Paving Mechanic

Allan Myers, Inc; Worcester Township, Northern (PA, KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Allan Myers, Inc. seeks a hands-on Equipment Maintenance Associate to repair and upkeep production machinery and ensure safe, efficient operation. You will assist technicians, communicate with field staff and dispatch, and help maintain high repair quality to avoid recalls.

You’ll coordinate part orders and training, while keeping the service truck tidy and compliant with safety rules. Experience with diesel engines, hydraulics, and power transmissions is required, along with a valid driver’s

Qualifications

• 1 year field experience repairing heavy construction equipment required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
• Knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, and power transmissions.
• Capable of independent and safe work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist equipment technicians or service personnel with technical support.
• Develop quick and accurate communication with field personnel and dispatch.
• Assure quality of repairs to minimize recalls and rework.
• Comply with all safety policies and HR policies.
• Coordinate with field services dispatcher and parts personnel for timely deliveries.
• Observe and report deficiencies to enhance PM program effectiveness.
• Participate in dealer/manufacturer training and relay knowledge to other mechanics.
• Maintain clean and orderly service truck and tools; manage schedule and parts orders.
• Work daily with internal departments and field managers.
• Adhere to Trimble/Telogis regulations and hours-of-service requirements.

Skills

Heavy equipment knowledge

Diagnostics

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade certification preferred

Tools

Cat Et/SIS

Volvo Prosis/tech tool

Cummins InSite

Torch OXY/Acetylene

Stick welding 7018/6010

Job description

Responsibilities

The primary objective of equipment maintenance is the repair and upkeep of production equipment; making sure to keep it in a safe, effective operating condition so that production and quality targets can be met on time and at cost.

• Assist equipment technicians or service personnel with technical support. This will be accomplished by phone/email or directly at job site.
• Develop quick and accurate communication with field personnel and dispatch.
• Assure quality of repairs to minimize recall/duplicate work.
• Assure compliance with all governmental and company safety polices.
• Comply with Human Resources policies.
• Review shop tool requirements to do work more efficiently.
• Observe and report any deficiencies to forward our PM program for effectiveness and possible additions to our program.
• Participate in technical training with dealer / manufacturer and as much as possible and pass on that training to other mechanics.
• Work closely with our Field Services Dispatcher and our parts personnel to assure on time delivery of parts.
• Work daily with Internal Department, Field Managers and Superintendents as well as Field Mechanics.
• This position will be hourly and require overtime as needed.
• Must have sufficient tools to do the job. The company does not provide industry Standard Tools.
• Service Truck must be kept clean and orderly.
• Responsible for staying within HOS (hours of service), if applicable
• Responsible for complying with all Trimble/Telogis regulations.
• Performs other job-related duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

Experience & Education/Certification:

• 1 year field experience repairing heavy construction equipment required.
• High school diploma, GED, or trade school preferred.
• Valid driver's license required
• Must be able to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Required Skills & Knowledge:

• Must be knowledgeable with all components of heavy construction machinery including but not limited to diesel engines, power transmissions, hydrostatic drives, open and closed-circuit hydraulics as well as compensating systems.
• Possess diagnostic capabilities with hydraulic, electrical, and engine systems on modern construction equipment.
• Ability to make repair decisions quickly and rationally.
• Expected to keep all sensitive material confidential.
• Able to arrange schedules, recommend machinery to be down for repair as needed, and able to make parts orders.
• Ability to give and receive written or oral instructions.
• Must have ability to work independently and safely.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to change.
• Caterpillar Et/SIS, Volvo Prosis/tech tool, Cummins InSite knowledge/Experience.
• Basic skills in OXY/Acetylene torch.
• Basic Stick Welding 7018,6010.

Overview

Our Company Does Work That Matters

Allan Myers is a leading self-performing heavy civil construction and construction materials company with a strategic network of offices, quarries and asphalt plants covering the Mid-Atlantic from New Jersey to Virginia Beach. We build infrastructure: the highways and bridges that connect cities and towns, the public water and wastewater systems that provide clean water to your home and keep our streams clean. We take pride in meeting the highest quality standards because it ensures our work will have a long-lasting positive impact on the community. When you get home safe each night, you know that what you did that day matters.

Allan Myers 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 or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Notice to External, Third Party, Agency Recruiting Firms:

Allan Myers maintains a preferred vendor list and does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies not under contract. Any resume submitted without a signed agreement and prior written authorization from our Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the property of Allan Myers. We reserve the right to engage with such candidates (contact, interview and hire) without financial obligation. No other employee is authorized to approve resume submissions or bind Allan Myers to any fee arrangement.