Mechanic I

STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES / VSL; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES / VSL is seeking a skilled Equipment Shop / Warehouse Technician to perform preventative and reactive maintenance on construction equipment and vehicles. You will diagnose mechanical, fuel, and electrical issues, perform repairs, and keep accurate maintenance records on-site.

You will install, test and adjust equipment, coordinate with the supervision team, and ensure safety standards are followed. Travel to jobsites may be required as part of this role.

Qualifications

• 2-5 yrs field experience preferred
• Diagnose mechanical, fuel and electrical problems to make repairs quickly
• Inspect equipment, structures or materials to identify the cause of errors
• Perform preventative maintenance and repair of construction equipment and tools

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, fuel, and electrical problems on site
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and vehicles
• Install, repair, and test equipment to meet specifications
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and paperwork
• Drive or operate mechanized equipment as needed and ensure safety compliance

Skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Safety-focused

Clear communication

Detail oriented

Job description

STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES develops and integrates products, engineering support, repair and maintenance services to provide value-added solutions to owners, engineers and contractors. We provide specialty contracting services through our contracting companies, and state-of-the-art proprietary products and engineering support services through our technologies company. With over 2,500 employees working from locations nationwide and in select international markets, we serve the Commercial, Public, Transportation Industrial, and Power markets to tackle the toughest construction challenges. STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES is the in-house engineering business line of Structural Group.SkillsTeam and solution oriented. Approachable. A good listener. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations. Proactive. Professional. Positive attitude. Diligent. Detail oriented. Able to prioritize and multi-task. Ability to motivate team members.Experience - Field - Required/Preferred2-5 yrs - Equipment Shop / Warehouse - PreferredEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesCommunicates issues to supervisor.Completes appropriate paperwork and keeps up-to-date records of all maintenance performed.Diagnoses mechanical, fuel, and electrical problems to make repairs quickly.Disassembles small engines and replaces worn valves, pistons, bearings, and other internal parts. Inspects equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.Continually evaluates the status of equipment (repairs needed, abuse, etc.), communicates these issues, and is responsible for maintenance and repair of all construction equipment, tools, and vehicles. Works with team to develop, implement, and monitor proactive preventative and overall maintenance/service program. Performs preventative maintenance on jobsites.Installs equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.Manages, repairs, and maintains construction equipment, small tools and vehicles. Repairs and maintains mechanical equipment using appropriate tools - servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily based on mechanical principles.Performs routine maintenance on equipment and determines when and what kind of maintenance is needed.Runs, maneuvers, navigates, or drives vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, skid loaders or passenger vehicles.Troubleshoots equipment to determine causes of operating errors and decides method of repair.Essential Duties and Responsibilities - Additional InformationEssential Safety DutiesEssential Safety DutiesPerforms work in strict compliance with jobsite/shop requirements and the Field Guide to Better SafetyPerforms all work in compliance with Company's safety policies as well as industry standardsAssists team in ensuring jobsite/shop is maintained in a safe mannerPromotes 24/7 Safety Culture and exhibits a Safety 24/7 attitude in all situationsReports immediately, accurately and in full detail all incidentsSets an example for others by demonstrating that safety is a core valueWears all Personal Protection Equipment required by safety specificationsIs extremely safety conscious in all situationsAttends daily and weekly safety Tool Box meetings and participates in Jobsite Safety Analyses (JSA)Physical RequirementsAble to pass a respirator fit test and wear a respirator when required on specific jobsitesAble to pass Pulmonary Function / Fit TestPerforms physical activity that requires considerable use of arms, legs, and moving whole bodyDexterity of hand and fingers to operate a computer, small hand-held power tools, office equipmentAble to lift, push, pull, or carry objects up to 50lbs without assistancePhysical capability to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipmentAble to speak and hear detailed information through oral communicationHas visual acuity to see items clearly and sharply and to recognize small detailSpecial RequirementsFlexible with work hoursPossess valid drivers license to operate company vehicles or to drive for business purposesWilling to travel to job sites as requestedMust supply own hand tools up to 1 inch and pneumatic tools up to 1/2 inchStructural Technologies is proud of a company culture that promotes 24/7 safety and quality. EOE/M/F/D/V