Mechanic Heavy Equipment

CEMEX; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cemex US is seeking a Mechanic Heavy Equipment to maintain and repair mobile equipment under the Plant Manager's supervision. Responsibilities include diagnosing problems, performing PMs, and ensuring safety compliance in a hands-on role at the Miami facility.

The position requires a two-year technical degree and at least two years of relevant experience, with duties spanning hydraulic systems, basic electrical work, and occasional welding. Must wear PPE and work various shifts.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical school or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar industry.
• Ability to read and interpret maintenance instructions and schematics.
• Strong safety awareness and adherence to PPE rules.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on mobile equipment.
• Disassemble, inspect wear parts, troubleshoot hydraulics, and plan part purchases.
• Inspect and replace hydraulic components; perform welding/cutting as needed.
• Keep work areas clean and safe; follow company safety rules and procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical basics

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Education

Two-year technical degree

Job description

Job title: Mechanic Heavy Equipment

Date: Aug 6, 2026

Location: Miami, FL, US, 33182

Job Requisition ID: 61943

Company Overview

Cemex US is a leader in the building materials industry, known for our innovation, quality, and operational excellence. With over a century of expertise, we are committed to delivering products and services that meet the needs of our customers and communities across the globe. At Cemex, we believe in investing in our people, offering competitive benefits and the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team. Join us and build your career with a company that is Building a Better Future.

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Plant Manager, the mechanic is responsible for all maintenance and repair of mobile equipment.

Job Responsibilities

• Examines and diagnoses problems, and repairs according to generally accepted methods. Discusses extensive or difficult in depth repairs with Supervisor. Performs routine scheduled maintenance as outlined on PM checklist sheets. Plans all routine work procedures.
• Disassembles components, inspects parts for wear, and determines cause of failure. Troubleshoots and repairs hydraulic systems, and components. Recommends parts for repair. Perform post repair test drives. Possess mechanical as well as basic electrical skills.
• Inspects and replaces parts such as hydraulic pumps/hoses, pins/bushings, GET, alternators, batteries, etc., Overhauls or rebuilds serviceable components. Able to perform some welding/cutting. Must own tools, sockets up to drive, wrenches up to 2, , hammers, pry bars, etc. Ability to use necessary tools.
• Will perform clean-up and/or direct his/her crew in the clean-up work as necessary to keep tools, equipment, and working areas clean, orderly, and safe.
• Must comply with company safety rules and regulations and wear proper safety equipment while on plant grounds. Safety equipment means clothing and apparatus including, but not limited to hardhat, safety glasses, ear protection, safety shoes, back support belts, gloves and respirators. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 2-year Technical school
• Minimun 2years experience in a similar industry

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Able to understand, interpret, and execute with exactness, instructions given in both verbal and written form
• Able to recognize potentially hazardous situations, understanding instructions given by supervisor, possess common sense

Working Conditions

• Occasional exposure to extreme heat, extreme cold, extreme noise, and working outdoors.
• Must wear protective equipment while at the location
• Ability to work all hours and shifts including OT, weekends and holidays

Physical Requirements

• Requires walking, sitting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and climbing to a significant degree
• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Job involves sitting most of the time, but also involves walking or standing for brief periods of time
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear, in order to communicate to employees/visitors

Legal Notices

CEMEX is an EEO/AA (equal opportunity/affirmative action) institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by under federal, state or local law in the programs or activities which it operates.

CEMEX will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all local, state and federal laws.

CEMEX is an E-Verify participating employer.

Arizona Smoke-Free Act. CEMEX complies with the State of Arizona's Smoke-Free Act (Arizona Revised Statutes * 36-601.01). Smoking and/or the use of tobacco or related products is prohibited in and on CEMEX property as well as any building and/or vehicle owned or leased by CEMEX.

CEMEX offers both competitive pay and benefits. Benefits applicable to this position may include, but are not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, and Holiday Pay, as well as a comprehensive wellness program to help keep employees and their families healthy and well. You can learn more about CEMEX Benefits by visiting the CEMEX USA Benefits and Well-Being page. (https://www.cemexusa.com/careers/life-at-cemex/benefits-well-being).

EEO Statement - En Espanol

CEMEX es una institucion EEO/AA (igualdad de oportunidad/accion afirmativa) y no discrimina en base al sexo, edad, raza, color, religion, discapacidad fisica o mental, credo, origen nacional, estatus veterano, orientacion sexual, infomacion genetica, identidad de genero, o expresion de genero en los programas o actividades los cuales opera.

Nearest Major Market

Miami