Mobile Equipment Mechanic

Holcim Ltd.; Illinois; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Savings Plan

Medical and Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Holcim Ltd. is seeking a Mobile Equipment Mechanic in Illinois to ensure the functionality of heavy machinery through maintenance and troubleshooting. This role requires a minimum of 5 years' experience with heavy equipment, including a solid understanding of hydraulics and electrical systems.

The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma or GED and a full set of mechanic hand tools. Various benefits including retirement savings plans and health insurance are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in heavy equipment maintenance.
• Extensive experience with mobile equipment repairs.
• Ability to perform physical activities in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Implement preventative maintenance for all heavy machinery.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic issues.
• Coordinate maintenance with plant staff and manage inventory.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation knowledge

Preventative maintenance skills

Troubleshooting skills

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Electrical systems experience

Fabrication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Mechanic hand tools

Job description

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COMPANY OVERVIEW

Amrize is building North America. From bridges and railways to data centers, schools, offices and homes, our solutions are inside the buildings and infrastructure that connect people and advance how we live. And we invite you to come and build with us.

As the partner of choice for professional builders, we offer advanced branded solutions from foundation to rooftop. Wherever our customers are, whatever their job, we’re ready to deliver. Our 19,000 colleagues work across 1,000 sites supported by an unparalleled distribution network. Infrastructure, commercial and residential, new build, repair and refurbishment: We’re in every construction market.

Amrize listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the SIX Swiss Exchange on June 23, 2025, following our spinoff as an independent company. Join us and build your ambition.

Join Amrize as a Mobile Equipment Mechanicand help construct what's next. If you're ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter — and build a career with a company that’s building North America — we want to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

Mechanic – Mobile Equipment position is a key positon responsible for preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and providing service throughout the plant.

WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH

• Implement extensive Preventative Maintenance Program for all HME equipment, not limited to frontend loaders (993s, 992s, 980s, etc.), haul trucks, dozers, backhoes, grader, excavators, fuel truck,dredge and skid steer loaders.
• Troubleshoot and repair all HME problems (electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic).
• Maintain a repair schedule, coordinating with plant staff and securing parts required.
• Develop winter work schedule (downtime schedule) with time, materials and cost.
• Monitor inventory of equipment and maintenance supplies.
• Communicate with varying levels of management on down times, breakdowns, and scheduling.
• Manage the need for outsourced repairs, when needed.
• Inspect all operating equipment each shift, complete inspection sheets and report problems.
• Correct malfunctions or irregularities of operating equipment and safety hazards or report to quarry supervisor if corrections cannot be made.
• Do any cleanup that is necessary to have a better and safer working environment.
• Communicate all safety, maintenance and production needs.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Education: Ability to read and write
Additional Education Preferred: High School Diploma or GED

Required Work Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ experience in operation knowledge of heavy equipment found in a quarry or materials operation.

Extensive experience maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing mobile equipment, including hydraulics, diagnostic, electrical and schematic knowledge

Additional Requirements

• Limited machinist skills with the ability to read precision measurement instruments.
• Fabrication skills; welding with arch and gas (certificate) preferred.
• Experience in managing maintenance on a fleet of equipment preferred.
• Manufacturer sponsored tracking preferred.
• Ability to provide own set of mechanic hand tools.
• Ability to forecast and schedule upcoming repairs.
• Ability to perform rigorous physical activities in all weather conditions.
• Self-motivated with a solid work ethic.
• Have the willingness to work in a team environment and assist co–workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Previous experience in a construction or quarry environment preferred.
• This job requires shift work, callouts, scheduled and unscheduled overtime, weekend and holiday work. Employees may have the work schedule adjusted on short notice.
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
• Holistic Health & Well-being programs
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
• Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
• Educational Assistance Program
• Dress for your day

BUILDING INCLUSIVE WORKSPACES

At Amrize, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. We're seeking builders, creative thinkers and innovators. Come put your expertise to work while developing the knowledge and skills to drive your career forward. With us you’ll have the chance to build your ambition!

Amrize North America Inc. takes pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Amrize North America Inc, and its respective subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. Amrize Canada Inc. is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.Amrize North America Inc. participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email [e-mail]. This email address should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals. In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Under the Act, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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