Heavy Equipment Mechanic, SMS

Edw. C. Levy Co.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Prescription

401(K) with 3% Employer Contribution

Long- and Short-term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement for skilled-trad

Student Loan Repayment Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Edw. C. Levy Group of Companies is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic at our Ghent, KY location. You will repair and maintain heavy-duty off-road equipment, with potential career progression into leadership roles, while working in a safety-conscious team environment.

The role emphasizes troubleshooting using diagnostic software, welding and fabrication skills, and adherence to safety and quality standards within a long-established, family-owned company.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and follow safety rules.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of off-road heavy equipment and diesel systems.
• Experience with hydraulics, braking, electrical and driveline subsystems.
• Tier IV emissions experience and ability to read schematics.
• Good verbal and written communication, valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all safety regulations, policies, and record-keeping.
• Dismantle and reassemble trucks, machines, and equipment to access problem areas.
• Maintain work area for safe movement and access.
• Visually inspect and listen to machines to locate malfunctions.
• Read schematics.
• Utilize diagnostic software to troubleshoot malfunctions.
• Weld, cut, and fabricate equipment and components.
• Meet customer service expectations.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Mechanical aptitude

Off-road equipment knowledge

Diesel engines knowledge

Hydraulics knowledge

Braking systems knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Drivelines knowledge

Suspensions knowledge

Tier IV Emissions experience

Verbal and written communication

Valid Driver’s License

Job description

Job Description

Are you an expert in your field, a master of troubleshooting (Champion of name that sound), who’s looking to share their knowledge? Do you enjoy working with cutting edge new equipment, in a team environment that will support your growth with training and advancement opportunities? If so, we want to hear from you!

Job Description

Are you an expert in your field, a master of troubleshooting (Champion of name that sound), who’s looking to share their knowledge? Do you enjoy working with cutting edge new equipment, in a team environment that will support your growth with training and advancement opportunities? If so, we want to hear from you!

The Levy Group of Companies is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to work at our Levy Gallatin location in Ghent, KY. The Heavy Equipment Mechanic performs all functions pertaining to the repair and maintenance of heavy-duty off-road construction equipment. This position allows for career progression into a Lead Man or Maintenance Manager.

Pay

Shift/Schedule:

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Prescription, 401(K) with 3% Employer Contribution, Long- and Short-term Disability
• Year round, non-weather dependent employment
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualified skilled trade programs
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Employee Referral Program

Responsibilities

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic will:

• Comply with all safety regulations, policies, and record-keeping
• Dismantle and reassemble trucks, machines, and equipment to gain access to the problem area
• Maintain work area to allow safe movement and access
• Visually inspect and listen to machines and equipment to locate causes of malfunctions
• Read schematics
• Utilize diagnostic software to troubleshoot malfunctions
• Weld, cut, and fabricate equipment and components
• Meet customer service expectations

Skills

The ideal candidate will have:

• Ability to Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Mechanical aptitude
• Knowledge of off-road heavy equipment
• Knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, braking systems, electrical systems, drivelines, steering mechanisms, and suspensions
• Tier IV Emissions experience
• Ability to bend, kneel, stoop, climb or crawl under or on top of equipment
• Ability to manipulate components in hard to reach places with hands or tools
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Willingness to perform other duties as assigned.

Who is Edw. C. Levy Group of Companies?

We are a unique, 100-year-old family-owned company that transforms our recycled products into construction materials, lightweight aggregates, asphalt, cement, concrete, agricultural products, and more. We provide steel mill services, flame cutting and treatment, road building, logistics, laboratory testing, and a variety of other solutions for our customers.

The Levy Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. The Levy Group of Companies makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.