Mechanic

ERNST ENTERPRISES, INC; Heath (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Profit-sharing program

Paid vacation and holidays

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

Ernst Concrete seeks a skilled Mechanic to diagnose, repair, and overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment. You will perform skilled maintenance with tools, diagnose faults, and ensure safe operation of fleet assets.

The role requires ability to read GPS data from company tablets, adhere to safety protocols, and conduct road calls as needed. Applicants should have a High School Diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and be willing to undergo background checks, MVR,

Qualifications

• Diagnose, adjust, repair or overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
• Read, write and speak English.
• Pre-employment background check, MVR overview, physical/DOT and drug testing required.
• Proficiently read GPS from company issued tablet.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled repair and maintenance using hand and power tools, hydraulic presses and welding equipment.
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions using engine diagnostic equipment and calibration devices.
• Examine parts for damage or wear.
• Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools.
• Inspect, test and measure completed work to meet standards.
• Clean, lubricate and perform routine maintenance on equipment and vehicles.
• Assemble gear systems and align frames and gears.
• Install bearings and maintain mobile equipment with hydraulic or pneumatic systems.
• Weld or solder broken parts using electric or gas welders.
• Record maintenance and repair information in fleet maintenance software.
• Conduct road calls for equipment, vehicles or CMVs.

Skills

English proficiency

Math skills

Communication skills

GPS reading

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Standard mechanical tools

Job description

Description

Mechanic

Company Overview

At Ernst Concrete, our mission is to act in good faith, be on time, have gratitude and be a committed supplier with top-notch quality ready-mix concrete, concrete products, and related services. We strive to build loyal, long-term relationships with our customers and employees through integrity, teamwork, and dedication to excellence. If you're looking for a rewarding career in a company that values its people, we'd love you to join us!

Job Identification

Diagnose, adjust, repair or overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment. Responsible for identifying and repairing any malfunctioning vehicles, CMVs, equipment, or plant and ensuring the ability to safely relocate or operate them as needed.

Description

• Perform skilled repair and maintenance operations using equipment such as hand and power tools, hydraulic presses and shears, and welding equipment.
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices.
• Examine parts for damage or excessive wear
• Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools.
• Inspect, test and measure completed work using devices such as hand tools and gauges to verify conformance to standards and repair requirements.
• Clean, lubricate and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles.
• Assemble gear systems and align frames and gears.
• Install and adjust bearings to maintain, repair, or overhaul mobile equipment with mechanical, hydraulic, or pneumatic systems.
• Weld or solder broken parts and structural members using electric or gas welders and soldering tools.
• Clean parts by spraying them with grease solvent or immersing them in tanks of solvent.
• Record maintenance and repair information in company’s fleet maintenance software.
• Conduct road calls as needed for equipment, vehicles, or CMV’s.

Additional Expectations

• Must be able to determine and accomplish tasks, priorities, and goals with little or no supervision
• Must be able to operate vehicles, mechanical devices, and equipment in a safe and effective manner
• Must be able to take orders, instructions and guidance from management and supervisors
• Able to work flexible hours and shifts and be reliable and punctual. The employee must also be willing and able to work long hours up to the maximum hours allowed of services permitted by DOT and state law, including but not limited to, Saturday, Sunday, and holidays.
• Maintain driving record in accordance with Federal and State Motor Carrier regulations and company policy.

Physical Demands

• Lift 80 pounds, including but not limited to lift chutes and other related CMV/job related items.
• Able to regularly climb heights of up 13 feet on a ready-mix truck, using the truck steps and ladder, work on a truck catwalk at an elevated height, in a ready-mix truck you must step down into the truck cab.
• May be required to climb ladders and catwalks that may be between 6-110 feet above the ground
• Ability to climb, balance, kneel, crouch, and crawl
• Strong physical senses:
• Hearing
• Smell
• Ability to accurately identify and distinguish colors visually
• Peripheral vision with the ability to observe an area horizontally and vertically while eyes are fixed on a given point
• Depth perception, including three-dimensional vision: ability to judge distance and special relationships

Environmental Conditions:

• Must be able to tolerate, with or without accommodation:
• Exposure to extreme weather conditions
• High noise levels and significant vibrations associated with construction equipment and overall job site activities
• Walking and working of varied rough terrain conditions
• May be exposed to construction related chemicals, this environment can include, but is not limited to, dust and other typical industrial conditions.
• Requires working indoors in non-controlled environmental conditions.
• Requires working in confined spaces.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid State-Issued Driver’s License, Class A or B, preferred
• Standard mechanical tools to work on any vehicle, CMV, or equipment, required
• Candidates must be willing and able to undergo a pre-employment background check, MVR overview, physical/DOT and drug/alcohol testing. Ongoing compliance is required.
• Proficiently read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to understand and read GPS from company issued tablet.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with internal and external stakeholders, including:
• Management, supervisors, and peers
• People at various social levels
• Demonstrate the ability to perform job functions in accordance with Company policies and management directives, including adherence to personal appearance standards, safety protocols, and P.P.E. requirements, while promptly reporting any unsafe conditions, accidents, or incidents to the plant manager.
• Must be able to take orders, instructions and guidance from management and supervisors
• Proficient basic math skills, e.g. addition, subtraction, fractions, and percentages
• Required to have an active phone with texting or email capabilities to ensure reliable communication during work hours (Note: Usage must comply with the Ernst Cell Phone Policy, Federal, & State regulations and may not interfere with safe operation of company vehicles).
• Proven safe driving record
• No unexplained gaps in employment

Why Join Us?

• Collaborative Team Environment: We cultivate a culture of teamwork and mutual support, where every individual’s input is valued and respected.
• Safety First: We are deeply committed to the well‑being of our employees, backed by robust safety policies and access to essential protective gear.
• Professional Development: We offer meaningful opportunities for skill‑building, continuous learning, and career advancement.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
• Profit-sharing program to reward team success
• Paid vacation and holidays to support work-life balance
• Performance‑based bonuses to recognize individual contributions

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer