Mechanic 1

Preferred Materials; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and disabilityBenefits

Retirement savings plan

Wellness programs

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Preferred Materials - Asphalt, part of CRH Florida Division, is seeking a Mechanic I in Florida to maintain and test heavy equipment, perform repairs, and ensure safety on job sites. The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, accuracy, and teamwork within a safety-focused environment.

The ideal candidate holds a High School diploma or GED, a Class A CDL with HAZMAT, and diesel/air system experience. Florida driver’s license with low points is preferred; basic diagnostic tools are desirable.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• CDL with HAZMAT endorsement required.
• Ability to read and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbally.
• Ability to perform heavy manual tasks in varying weather conditions.
• Diesel engine, air braking, hydraulic system repair experience preferred.
• Welding and light fabrication skills helpful.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates between Operations to maintain all company, state and federal schedules.
• Fuels all pieces of equipment on jobsites designated by GPS.
• Check and maintain all lubricants on the same equipment.
• Grease all lube points and fill auto grease systems.
• Inspect equipment and report any obvious damage.
• Change oil and filters on smaller equipment; maintain shop lubrication storage.
• Perform road tests and road calls.
• Other responsibilities as required.

Skills

CDL with HAZMAT endorsement

Diesel engine repair

Welding

Heavy equipment maintenance

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic computer skills

Job description

Career Opportunities: Mechanic 1 (530037)

Requisition ID530037-Posted10/21/2026-AMAT-Preferred Materials - Asphalt-Full Time-Maintenance/Mechanics-United States-Florida

Preferred Materials - Asphalt, part of CRH Florida Division of Companies, is the leader in production of high-quality hot mix and warm mix asphalt, and, with a team of skilled contracting professionals, Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division also offers design-build and conventional-bid-build solutions for roadway and civil construction projects. Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, and with offices throughout Florida, Preferred Materials - Asphalt performs asphalt paving, grading, and related roadway services. Our employees make Preferred Materials - Asphalt a great place to work. We promote a strong safety culture, where employees take responsibility for their own safety.

Position Overview

These statements included in this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. Requirements of this job are subject to modification by the Company as dictated by operational need.

The primary responsibility of the Mechanic I is to conduct, maintain, and test mechanical equipment, machinery, and components. The Mechanic I identifies parts or machines that need new parts or need to be replaced and places orders as necessary. They rely on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals to perform a variety of tasks. The Mechanic I should prioritize safety of themselves and others, foster teamwork and maintain a positive work environment.

Reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Coordinates between Operations to maintain all Company, State and Federal schedules.

• Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety standards.
• Report to work on time when scheduled.
• Fuels all pieces of equipment on all jobsites designated by GPS.
• Check and maintain all lubricants on the same equipment.
• Grease all lube points and fill auto grease systems.
• Maintain all fuel data logs.

Safely performs maintenance repairs to all Mobile Equipment.

• Inspect equipment and report any obvious damage and deficiencies.
• Change oil and filters on smaller equipment.
• Maintain lube storage area located at main shop.

Maintains and reports on the day-to-day schedules.

Inspects and verifies all repairs to ensure proper documentation and inventory aremaintained.

Establishes and encourages dedication, pride and high level of detail for all workperformed.

Report to work on time when scheduled.

Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety standards.

Safely performs maintenance repairs to all Mobile Equipment.

• Performs Road Test and Road Calls.
• Other responsibilities as required.

Requirements

ClassA CDL with HAZMAT endorsement required.

Skill in operation of tools and equipment. Must have own basic tools.

Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.

Ability to effectively communicate in writing and verbally.

Ability to perform heavy manual task under varying weather conditions.

Valid Florida Driver’s License with less than 6 points.

Basic diagnostic computer skills are highly desired.

Thorough knowledge of preventative maintenance inspections.

Ability to diagnose and repair air braking systems, hydraulic systems, electrical systems and diagnostics and repair of heavy-duty diesel engines. Diesel experience preferred.

Ability to diagnose and repair drive train components (clutch, transmission, rear end)

Certified in air conditioning repair.

Ability to weld and light fabrication.

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Preferred Materials, Inc., a CRH Company, is an Affirmitive Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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