Yard Worker/Mechanic Helper

Empire Southwest; Hyde Park Township (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Empire Southwest is seeking experienced shop and field technicians to join their family-owned company. The role involves maintaining and repairing heavy machinery, ensuring safety, and providing excellent service to clients. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

401(k)

Tool Discounts/Tool Insurance

Technical Training & Professional Development Classes

Qualifications

• At least six months of related experience in a similar role.
• Ability to successfully complete a skills assessment.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, maintain, receive, and ship machines and equipment.
• Operates forklifts and cranes to load, unload and move materials.
• Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions and reports findings.

Skills

English

Technical Skill Competence

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Join our group of passionate team players, committed to providing the best level of service for our clients in a rewarding environment.

WHO WE ARE:

Founded in 1950, Empire Cat is a world-renowned Caterpillar dealer and a top private company in Arizona.We are a third-generation family-owned company with over 3,700 employees across 30+ locations throughout Arizona, Nevada and portions of Eastern California.We are a diverse group of people, but we all share an inspiring vision toBE THE BEST.That vision is achieved by our individual commitments to work hard and live our core values every day.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k)
• Tool Discounts/Tool Insurance
• Technical Training & Professional Development Classes
• And More

Empire technicians are the lifeline to our clients - trained professionals who work on machinery and equipment produced by Caterpillar, one of the leading large-scale mobile machinery manufacturers in the world.

We are seeking seasoned shop and field technicians/mechanics with experience in similar heavy equipment dealerships to join our third-generation, family-owned organization. We have 100+ job openings throughout our 30+ locations in Arizona, Nevada, and parts of Eastern California.

Join our team today!

EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• At least six months of related experience in a similar role and environment.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend English.
• Keep safety as a priority in the work environment.
• Ability to successfully complete a skills assessment. (eTRAIN test)
• Valid driver’s license.
• Own and maintain required personal tools.

Strongly Preferred:

• At least five years heavy equipment technician experience, preferably in a dealership environment.
• Proficient rebuilding/repairing machinery including hydraulics, electrical, powertrain, engines, and Tier IV Emissions systems, failure analysis procedures, warranty claims procedures…

If offered employment, the specific rate of pay and position grade will be determined based on applicable differentials and the candidate’s level of experience and skill.

JOB DETAIL:

Shift

1st/Day Shift

Location

In-Shop

Schedule

Standard work schedule to be provided by leader.

Salary Range

Salary Range

$20.05 to $26.55 Per Hour

FULL JOB SUMMARY:

Load, unload, move, maintain, receive, and ship machines and equipment. Maintain yard, storage, and adjacent areas. Maintain equipment as needed. Perform minor equipment repair as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operates forklifts and cranes to load, unload and move materials, components and equipment from trucks, rail cars and storage areas.
• Assists customers, vendors and truck drivers delivering or picking up equipment.
• Greets people courteously and without delay, determine their needs and provide help within 5 minutes of their arrival.
• Inspects each machine and notes any damage before the machine is moved.
• Takes pictures of questionable machine damage and reports immediately.
• Ensures all loads are properly prepared, loaded and secured to avoid shifting, loosening, or falling while enroute.
• Performs preventive maintenance and minor repair work on equipment as directed by supervisor.
• Gives full, courteous cooperation and prompt service to customers.
• Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions and failures. Reports findings to supervisor.
• Maintains company equipment – keeps in good clean orderly condition. Reports repair or replacements needs to supervisor.
• Work safely at all times. Adhere to all applicable safety policies. Comply with all company policies, procedures, and standards.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains company equipment by checking fuel, oil, water, tires etc on truck and equipment before starting. All equipment is kept clean and ready for sale.
• Maintains and dispenses bulk and miscellaneous supply inventories.
• Assists dispatcher and material handlers if needed.
• Gathers information from a walk around inspection and reports to customer/management.
• Communicates orally and in writing information regarding equipment condition, problems, and recommendations.
• Provides on-the-job training as assigned.
• Works overtime as needed.
• Communicates with proper individuals to clarify instructions or discuss scope or progress of job.
• Works within and promote corporate values.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated technical skill competence.
• Appropriate manner, conduct, and grooming adhere to company policy.
• Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Proof of high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Must be able to communicate (speak, read, comprehend, write) in English.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands, and talk or hear.
• The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop and kneel.
• The employee is regularly required to lift, push, hold and position items up to 60 pounds total weight.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
• This position is designated as a "Safety-Sensitive Position". A Safety-Sensitive Position includes tasks or duties that the employer in good faith believes could affect the safety or health of the employee performing the task or others, which includes any of the following: operating a motor vehicle, other vehicle, equipment, machinery or manufacturing process, the malfunction or disruption of which could result in injury or property damage; performing duties in the residential or commercial premises of a customer, supplier or vendor; working in any occupation subject to federal safety regulations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; and outside weather conditions.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually office moderate.

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. The roles and objectives of this job do not include setting corporate policy and does not constitute a managing agent of the company.

Empire Southwest is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. The “Know Your Rights” Poster is available here:

The pay transparency policy is available here:

Empire is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call us at 702-633-4545 or email us [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Empire Southwest is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer

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Job Family 702 Material Handlers and Other Operatives