Mechanic

Prairie Supply Inc; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Prairie Supply Inc in Grand Forks, ND seeks a skilled Small Engine Mechanic to assemble, maintain, and repair concrete construction machinery, manage the repair schedule and work orders, and ensure reliability of machines and systems.

The ideal candidate has manual dexterity, pays close attention to safety, and can travel to job sites; forklift experience and a clean driving record are a plus.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a mechanic.
• Excellent knowledge of machinery and hydraulic, electrical, and other systems and their components.
• Aptitude in using hand tools and precision measurement tools.
• Ability to read instructions and blueprints.
• Strong commitment to health and safety guidelines.
• Good communication skills and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent physical strength and stamina.
• High school diploma preferred; vocational certification or apprenticeship a plus.

Responsibilities

• Type up work orders.
• Build and assemble machines or components according to requirements.
• Inspect machines, engines, transmissions, etc., and run diagnostic tests.
• Conduct repairs aiming for maximum reliability.
• Troubleshoot reported problems and resolve them promptly.
• Perform maintenance on machinery and systems.
• Apply lubricants and replenish fluids as needed.
• Provide maintenance consultation to users.
• Keep logs and report issues.
• Undertake other warehouse duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanic

Organization

Machinery knowledge

Hand tools

Read blueprints

Safety consciousness

Communication

Problem solving

Physical stamina

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma

Vocational certification / apprenticeship

Tools

Calipers

Screwdrivers

Hammers

Job description

We are looking for a skilled Small Engine Mechanic to assemble, maintain, and repair concrete construction machinery along with handling the repair schedule and work orders. You will be responsible for ensuring functionality and reliability of machines, engines, and mechanical systems. An excellent mechanic must have manual dexterity and great attention to detail. They must be able to work with various machines and tools as well as follow all safety precautions. Experience in concrete construction or the construction industry is recommended but not required. This position will require the ability to travel to jobsites as needed, in all weather conditions. Clean driving record required. Position will include lifting, pushing, pulling, sitting, standing, walking, lifting up to 50 lbs., assisting with loading and unloading materials or equipment, and operating a forklift.

Higher starting wage based on experience $24-$28.

Duties

Responsibilities

• Type up work orders.
• Build and assemble machines or mechanical components according to requirements.
• Inspect machines, engines, transmissions etc. and run diagnostic tests to discover functionality issues.
• Conduct repairs aiming for maximum reliability.
• Troubleshoot reported problems and resolve them in a timely manner.
• Perform thorough maintenance on machinery, equipment, and systems.
• Clean and apply lubricants to machinery components.
• Replenish fluids and components of engines and machinery.
• Provide consultation on correct maintenance and preventative measures to machine or vehicle users.
• Keep logs of work and report on issues.
• Undertake other warehouse duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Skills

• Proven experience as Mechanic
• Great organization
• Excellent knowledge of machinery and hydraulic, electrical, and other systems and their components
• Aptitude in using various hand tools (screwdrivers, hammers etc.) and precision measurement tools (e.g. calipers)
• Ability to follow established procedures and practices and read instruction, blueprints etc.
• A strong commitment to all health and safety guidelines
• Very good communication skills
• A problem-solving ability
• Very good physical strength and stamina
• High school diploma is preferred; Certification from a vocational school or completion of apprenticeship is a definite plus

Job Type: Full-time

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Mechanic: 3 years (Required)
• Warehouse: 3 years (Required)
• Small engine mechanic: 3 years (Required)