Preventative Maintenance Technician - Experienced

Ajax Paving Industries of Florida, LLC; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A paving company is seeking a Preventative Maintenance Technician to perform maintenance and minor repairs on equipment and vehicles. The ideal candidate should be mechanically inclined, hold a valid CDL, and have experience with heavy machinery. Key responsibilities include ensuring safety compliance, completing work orders, and maintaining equipment to meet regulatory standards. This role requires flexibility for travel, working outdoors, and lifting heavy items under various environmental conditions.

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of mechanical experience or in a related field.
• Experience with heavy equipment is mandatory.
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) is essential.
• Experience with heavy equipment is required.
• Experience with Asphalt & Concrete Construction Operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on all equipment and vehicles.
• Adhere to safety rules and maintain good housekeeping.
• Report all defects of equipment and vehicles.
• Ensure equipment meets DOT regulatory standards.
• Travel to sites as needed to perform maintenance duties.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Problem solving

Mechanically inclined

Communication skills

Honesty and trustworthiness

Verbal and written communication

Computer software proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

2-4 years of mechanical experience

Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL)

Experience with heavy equipment

Experience with Asphalt & Concrete Construction Operations

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The Preventative Maintenance Technician is a Teamsters Union position and is responsible for performing services and small repairs (with little to no supervision) on all equipment and vehicles as required by company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventative and predictive maintenance on all equipment and vehicles.
• Adheres to all safety rules and maintains good housekeeping (5S) in shop area and service truck.
• Completes assigned work orders
• Maintains assigned company vehicle for field work
• Reports all defects of equipment and vehicles
• Ensures equipment meets DOT regulatory standards and company standards
• Meeting all safety requirements (including toolbox talks, man lift inspections, submitting incident reports, Lockout/Tag out, PPE, etc.)
• Collection of oil samples and filling out paperwork
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

• Exhibits good problem solving skills; is able to identify problems, solicit other’s opinions and offer valid solutions. Interprets and applies policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Must be mechanically inclined
• Be able to communicate with all positions of the workforce
• Exhibit honesty and trustworthiness
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient use of computer software, such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Education/Experience

• Experience with Asphalt & Concrete Construction Operations is a plus
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) is required
• 2-4 years of mechanical experience, or in a related field
• Experience with heavy equipment is required
• High School Diploma

Work Environment/Physical Abilities

• The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in the heat/cold, wet/humid and dry/arid conditions. Frequently required to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials. The physical abilities of this position require the employee to be able to frequently sit, stand, climb, low level work, reaching, bending, and trunk movements. Also may require carrying, pushing/pulling, dexterity of hands and fingers, seeing, hearing and talking. Lifting requirements may include up to 60 pounds. Traveling is an essential requirement of this position to ensure implementation of Lube Technician functions. This includes traveling outside of your normal work reporting location with overnight stays based on business needs and job site locations.