Mechanic

5rcattle; Ulysses (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

5rcattle in Kansas is seeking a Mechanic to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on rolling stock and heavy equipment to ensure smooth operation.

The role includes locating problems with testing tools, disassembling parts, and maintaining safety and inventory. Candidates should have diesel engine knowledge, a valid driver’s license, and basic computer skills. This is an hourly position with a focus on reliable shop performance.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of vehicle mechanics and heavy equipment including diesel engines.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and manuals.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate equipment safely.
• Strong problem-solving skills in mechanical contexts.
• Basic computer skills for MS Word/Excel.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on rolling stock and repair heavy equipment.
• Locate problems by observing equipment and using testing instruments.
• Dismantle devices to replace defective parts with hoists and tools.
• Maintain safety and manage department parts and inventory.
• Maintain shop cleanliness and professional knowledge through training.
• Monitor expenses and contribute cost-saving measures.

Skills

Vehicle mechanics

Diesel engines

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Database software

Driver's license

Reading safety docs

Problem solving

Instruction interpretation

Tools

Hoists

Job description

JOB TITLE: Mechanic

REPORTS TO: Manager Yard Maintenance

FLSA STATUS: Hourly, Ag-exempt

FUNCTION: Ensures operation of machinery by performing preventative maintenance and repair. Performs the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned.

• Completes preventative maintenance requirements and repairs for rolling stock including feed trucks, tractors, and other heavy equipment.
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Removes defective parts by dismantling device; using hoists, and hand/power tools.
• Complies with all applicable safety rules and policies.
• Manages department parts and tool inventories by researching costs, designing inventory systems, determining inventory levels, anticipating needed supplies, and placing orders.
• Manages expenses by studying historical data, anticipating needs, and researching costs.
• Maintains shop appearance by disposing of trash, putting away supplies/tools, sweeping, etc...
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of vehicle mechanics and heavy equipment including diesel engines.
• Basic knowledge of Word Processing software; Spreadsheet software and Database software.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

COMPETENCY:

Expected to coordinate projects, participate in meetings, understand business implications of decisions, work within the approved budget, develop and implement cost-saving measures, conserve organizational resources, demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy, adapts to changes in the work environment, exhibit sound, and accurate judgment, observe safety and security procedures, and report potentially unsafe conditions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to airborne particles. The employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Lift, push, pull, stand, sit, kneel, squat, climb, reach, grasp, all physical requirements required of a Mechanic position.