Ready Mix Mechanic

Quikrete – Ready Mix; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Overtime opportunities

Medical

Dental

Vision

Company paid life and disability

Paid vacation

401K

Job summary

Quikrete – Ready Mix in Saint Joseph, MO is seeking a Ready Mix Mechanic to maintain and repair mobile heavy equipment and support plant maintenance. The role involves routine servicing, diagnostics, and meticulous recordkeeping in a hands-on, team-focused shop.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, plus at least one year of hands-on heavy equipment experience and knowledge of diesel/gas engines, hydraulics, and basic electrical repair.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1 year of technical school or equivalent hands-on experience in heavy equipment maintenance and repair.
• Experience repairing diesel and gas engines.
• Basic knowledge of hydraulic systems and fundamental electrical repair skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance (oil changes, filter replacements, lubrication) on heavy equipment.
• Use diagnostic tools and specialized equipment to troubleshoot and repair machinery.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repairs and report major issues to senior mechanics or supervisors.

Skills

Heavy equipment maintenance

Diesel engine repair

Gas engine repair

Hydraulic systems

Electrical repair

Maintenance records

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Hydraulic test equipment

Job description

We are looking for a READY MIX MECHANIC to join our team St. Joseph, MO. As a Ready Mix Mechanic with Quikrete Heavy Construction Materials you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing mobile heavy equipment and supporting plant maintenance.

Why apply?

• Competitive wages.
• Opportunities for overtime.
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Company paid life and disability benefits
• Paid vacation
• 401K

About the Role

Responsibilities:

• Perform routine maintenance (oil changes, filter replacements, lubrication) on heavy equipment.
• Use diagnostic tools and specialized equipment to troubleshoot and repair machinery.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repairs and report major issues to senior mechanics or supervisors.

About You

We Require:

• A high school diploma or GED.
• A minimum of one year of technical school training or equivalent hands-on experience in heavy equipment maintenance and repair.
• Experience repairing diesel and gas engines.
• Basic knowledge of hydraulic systems and fundamental electrical repair skills.

About Us

Each day brings new challenges, and we make sure you are prepared for it all. Our dedication to continual improvement and hands-on training ensures you are ready for the many new experiences and challenges that you will face.

We offer:

• A friendly and team-oriented work environment, with a supportive management team.
• Hands-on training for our employees and opportunities for advancement.
• A company dedicated to continuous improvement.

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