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Traveling Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic

SST Direct, Southaven, MS, United States


DIRECT HIRE
An awesome opportunity for an experienced Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic to join a dynamic team.

Salary:

$43hr + OT

Benefits:

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, PTO, holidays

Role & Responsibilities

Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean work environment

Use effective verbal and written communication skills

Operate and inspect vehicles, machines or heavy equipment to diagnose repairs

Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices

Safely dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using small truck crane, hoists and hand tools

Troubleshoot, rewire and or repair electrical systems

Research, order, and maintain parts inventory for services and repairs

Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications

Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings

As needed, assist vehicle and equipment operators in completing daily equipment inspections prior to each use; ensure safety policies concerning equipment operation

Have an understanding of FMSCA DOT Compliance requirements for vehicles and equipment

Assure that equipment arriving and leaving the project is Job-ready (Turnkey) for the next assignment

Identify and assess improvement opportunities and participate in continuous improvement efforts

Report all accidents and near misses; participate in the investigation process as needed

Preferred Qualifications

Ability and willingness to travel as needed to multiple projects in multiple states

At least 5 years of experience as a Heavy Equipment Diesel Technician with a strong working knowledge of mechanics for 18-wheeler trucks and other large diesel equipment

Knowledge of Solar Project based equipment

Must have working knowledge of commercial construction equipment, machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance

Unrestricted driver’s license and clean MVR

Must possess basic tools such as impacts, pneumatic or battery-operated drivers, wrenches and sockets up to 2”

Welding ability and knowledge with Torch, Stick, Mig, Tig and ARC

Must be at least 21 years of age

Position will require an up-to-date possession or ability to obtain DOT(Non-CDL) Medical Card

Position may require the possession of or obtaining Class A CDL (within 12 months of hire)

Proficient computer analytical skills using MSOffice and various other programs

All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected)

Physical Demands

Ability to move, lift or carry items up to 50 lbs.

Flexibility and full range of motion with repetitive movement

Ability to travel, drive or perform up to 11 hours per day when required

Work Environment

Construction Project, maybe remote at times based on location

Requires working or exposure to adverse climate conditions such as hot, cold, dusty, rainy, snow

Working around moving construction equipment

Working in bright or low lighting conditions

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