Reed & Reed, Inc.
HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC - SHOP & REMOTE
Heavy Equipment and Shop Mechanic (Full Time)
Location:
Maine
Mechanics are responsible for maintaining, servicing, and repairing equipment. They should be highly motivated with experience in construction and industrial equipment. Knowledge of hydraulics, electronics, gas and diesel machinery is required. This is a safety‑sensitive function. Residence in Maine preferred.
Responsibilities
Read and understand operating manuals
Perform scheduled maintenance, such as cleaning and lubricating parts
Diagnose and identify malfunctions, sometimes using computerized tools and equipment
Inspect, repair, and replace defective or worn parts, such as bearings, pistons, gears, etc.
Overhaul and test major components, such as engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems
Disassemble and reassemble heavy equipment and components
Travel to work sites to repair large equipment, such as cranes and earth equipment
Responsible for cleaning and maintaining shop and equipment
Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment at all times
Safety‑sensitive function
Minimum Requirements
Positive attitude
Excellent verbal communication skills
Professional appearance
Able to multi‑task and work in a fast‑paced environment
Ability to work well with minimal direct supervision
Able to read efficiently
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Activities requiring handling and grasping with the hands when performing repairs or maintenance of equipment by utilizing hand tools, power tools, air tools, nuts, bolts, electronic controls, and other small parts
Occasional use of foot/feet to operate foot pedal on equipment to test operation
Frequent lifting up to 25 lbs., occasional lifting up to 50 lbs., and infrequent lifting up to 75 lbs.
Ability to walk and stand on concrete and uneven surfaces for at least 8 hours per day
Ability to bend, kneel and work with arms raised for prolonged periods of time
Ability to climb over and into heavy equipment several times per day
Occasional working at heights above 10 ft
Exposure to bright lights, extreme temperatures, loud noise, dust, gas and/or fumes
Education, Experience and Required Skills, Including Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
High school diploma or equivalent
Valid driver's license
1-2 years of experience repairing/maintaining equipment
Basic Equipment training
Reed & Reed is an employee‑owned, equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate based on marital status, race, color, creed, gender, sex, religion, national origin, gender identity, age, veteran status, union affiliation, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or other legally protected status.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Construction
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Location:
Maine
Mechanics are responsible for maintaining, servicing, and repairing equipment. They should be highly motivated with experience in construction and industrial equipment. Knowledge of hydraulics, electronics, gas and diesel machinery is required. This is a safety‑sensitive function. Residence in Maine preferred.
Responsibilities
Read and understand operating manuals
Perform scheduled maintenance, such as cleaning and lubricating parts
Diagnose and identify malfunctions, sometimes using computerized tools and equipment
Inspect, repair, and replace defective or worn parts, such as bearings, pistons, gears, etc.
Overhaul and test major components, such as engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems
Disassemble and reassemble heavy equipment and components
Travel to work sites to repair large equipment, such as cranes and earth equipment
Responsible for cleaning and maintaining shop and equipment
Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment at all times
Safety‑sensitive function
Minimum Requirements
Positive attitude
Excellent verbal communication skills
Professional appearance
Able to multi‑task and work in a fast‑paced environment
Ability to work well with minimal direct supervision
Able to read efficiently
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Activities requiring handling and grasping with the hands when performing repairs or maintenance of equipment by utilizing hand tools, power tools, air tools, nuts, bolts, electronic controls, and other small parts
Occasional use of foot/feet to operate foot pedal on equipment to test operation
Frequent lifting up to 25 lbs., occasional lifting up to 50 lbs., and infrequent lifting up to 75 lbs.
Ability to walk and stand on concrete and uneven surfaces for at least 8 hours per day
Ability to bend, kneel and work with arms raised for prolonged periods of time
Ability to climb over and into heavy equipment several times per day
Occasional working at heights above 10 ft
Exposure to bright lights, extreme temperatures, loud noise, dust, gas and/or fumes
Education, Experience and Required Skills, Including Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
High school diploma or equivalent
Valid driver's license
1-2 years of experience repairing/maintaining equipment
Basic Equipment training
Reed & Reed is an employee‑owned, equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate based on marital status, race, color, creed, gender, sex, religion, national origin, gender identity, age, veteran status, union affiliation, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or other legally protected status.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Construction
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