Master Mechanic - Pryor, OK

Kemp Quarries, Inc.; Pryor Creek (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Kemp Quarries Inc. is seeking a Mechanic Master to maintain, repair, and support our mobile equipment and crushing fleet. The role emphasizes safety, technical expertise, and the ability to work in demanding environments.

The candidate should have 3+ years of heavy equipment experience, strong troubleshooting skills across engines, transmissions, hydraulics, and electrical systems, and the ability to read schematics and use CAT ET.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years related mechanical experience or training.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience accepted.
• Welding skills helpful; CDL beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules and regulations (MSHA/DOT).
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on mobile equipment.
• Maintain crushing and mobile equipment fleet.
• Operate and maintain company vehicles.
• Perform welding, brazing, and cutting as needed.
• Communicate repairs and equipment status to shop.

Skills

Heavy equipment troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Reading schematics

CAT ET program

Welding

Education

High school diploma or GED

1–3 years related experience/training

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

CAT ET

Job description

MECHANIC MASTER

SAFETY‑SENSITIVE POSITION

Kemp Quarries Inc., a privately owned group of companies, is a leading producer and supplier of construction aggregates—including crushed stone, sand, and gravel—serving NE Oklahoma, SW Missouri, and NW Arkansas. We are currently seeking a Mechanic Master to join our team.

Job Summary

The Mechanic Master is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and supporting our mobile equipment and crushing fleet. This role requires a strong commitment to safety, technical expertise, and the ability to work in demanding environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow all MSHA, DOT, and company safety rules and regulations
• Perform preventative maintenance, pre‑shift inspections, and repairs on mobile equipment
• Maintain crushing and mobile equipment fleet
• Operate and maintain company vehicles
• Perform welding, brazing, and cutting as needed
• Communicate effectively with the shop regarding repairs and equipment status
• Complete additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must pass a drug screen and criminal background check
• Technical school certification preferred
• Welding certification helpful
• Valid driver’s license required; CDL beneficial
• Ability to work flexible schedules and travel to various work locations
• Reliable, hard‑working, and safety‑focused
• Ability to operate various types of heavy equipment
• May be required to complete DOT physical or MSHA certification
• Strong troubleshooting skills across:
  • Engines
  • Transmissions
  • Torque converters
  • Differentials and final drives
  • Electrical, hydraulic, fuel, AC, and brake systems
• Ability to remove and install major components (engines, transmissions, differentials, torque converters)
• Ability to read and interpret written instructions and schematics

Required Skills

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Strong math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide in all units of measure)
• Ability to follow written, oral, or diagram instructions
• Ability to use Cat ET program for troubleshooting and calibration
• Ability to read electrical schematic diagrams
• Strong follow‑through and reliable attendance
• Commitment to accuracy, quality, and timely completion of work
• Treats others with respect and professionalism

Education

• High school diploma or GED; OR
• One to three years of related experience/training; OR
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience

• Minimum three (3) years of mechanical experience with heavy equipment and/or rock crushing equipment
• Experience in public works maintenance, crushing, construction, heavy equipment dealerships, or maintenance facilities
• Knowledge of diesel/gas engines, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, mechanical, and pneumatic systems
• Ability to remove/install parts, disassemble/assemble components, and test/adjust assemblies with minimal supervision
• Familiarity with hand tools, air tools, and precision measuring instruments

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, and hear
• Frequently required to climb or balance
• Occasionally required to sit or smell
• Must have strong vision abilities including close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment

Work Environment

• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and toxic/caustic chemicals
• Frequent exposure to wet/humid conditions, high places, fumes, outdoor weather, extreme heat/cold
• Occasional exposure to electrical shock and vibration
• Noise level is typically moderate

Benefits

• A culture built on loyalty and commitment
• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and short‑term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Vacation and paid holidays