Shop Mechanic

Nicholson Construction; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

401(k) matching

Safe Harbor Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation

Sick Days

Job summary

Nicholson Construction is seeking a Shop Mechanic to maintain and repair construction equipment, diagnose diesel engine and hydraulic system issues, and manage loading/unloading of equipment. The role emphasizes independent problem solving and adherence to safety standards, with a focus on efficient project readiness.

You will perform preventive maintenance, collaborate with the maintenance foreman, and adapt equipment to project needs.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Hydraulic and Mechanic Certification required.
• Four years’ experience as a heavy equipment mechanic.
• Driver's License is required.
• Knowledge of diesel and/or hydraulic mechanics.
• Ability to take direction but also to work independently.
• Ability to use hand tools and trades type tools.

Responsibilities

• Repair and set-up construction equipment to prepare for projects.
• Modify equipment to meet project requirements through an understanding of diesel and hydraulic mechanics.
• Collaborate with maintenance foreman and technicians to design/improve equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance checks and inspections; report findings to supervisor.
• Notify maintenance or supervisor of recurring malfunctions and required supplies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Independent work

Attention to detail

Learn quickly

Rational decision making

Work well under pressure

Education

High School diploma or GED

Hydraulic and Mechanic Certification

Tools

Hand tools

Trades tools

Job description

Title: Shop Mechanic
Status: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Plant Superintendent
Summary: Maintain and repair construction equipment, diagnose/repair diesel engine and hydraulic system problems, and load/unload trucks of construction equipment.

Essential Functions

• Repair and set-up construction equipment to prepare for projects.
• Modify equipment to meet project requirements through an understanding of diesel and hydraulic mechanics.
• Work with equipment maintenance foreman and other technicians to design and build new and/or to improve construction equipment.
• Makes preventive maintenance check and inspection of assigned equipment, reports findings to supervisor and takes appropriate action.
• Notifies maintenance department or supervisor of recurring equipment malfunctions and corrective action taken, and of quality problems or supplies needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education & Training

• High School diploma or GED.
• Hydraulic and Mechanic Certification.

Experience

• Four years’ experience as a heavy equipment mechanic.
• Driver's License

Knowledge And Abilities

• Knowledge of diesel and/or hydraulic mechanics.
• Ability to take direction but also to work independently
• Ability to use hand tools and trades type tools.

Physical Requirements

• reaching high and low, stooping, and bending, lifting/carrying/moving up to 100 pounds continually, able to travel per the company travel policy, able to concentrate at a high degree in a busy and noisy construction environment, able to work in all types of weather

Mental Requirements

• Rational decision making ability, attention to detail, makes final decisions and assumes accountability for them; demonstrates the ability to separate the people from the problem or situation, ability to learn quickly and take on new responsibility as needed.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Life Insurance
• Maternal and Paternal Leave
• 401(k)matching
• Safe Harbor Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation
• Sick Days

Nicholson Construction participates in E-Verify.

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