What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Duty/ Equipment Mechanic position at Suit-Kote Corporation?
Job Title: Heavy Duty/ Equipment Mechanic
Overview: Suit-Kote Corporation, a leading Asphalt products manufacturer, road construction and maintenance and asphalt application engineering company is seeking candidates for qualified auto and heavy equipment mechanics.
Safety Expectations: All Suit-Kote employees are required to comply with all safety rules and to observe safe work practices and operating procedures at all times. Whenever on Suit-Kote property or job sites, or operating Suit- Kote equipment, employees are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that promotes the safety of the employee, co-workers and others.
Responsibilities/Job Duties:
- Diagnose and repair electrical, cooling, computer fuel, emissions, and hydraulic systems on HD trucks and trailers
- Diagnose and repair electrical, cooling, computer, emissions, fuel and hydraulic systems specialized on construction equipment ie. Chippers, pavers, rollers, mills, etc.
- Follow paper-flow procedures, including documenting correct mileage/hours and safety procedures and complete and maintain maintenance records and job orders
- Routine maintenance such as: changing oil, checking batteries, safety inspections, brake repairs, and lubricating equipment.
- Examine vehicles and equipment to determine if additional safety or repair work is needed.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Supply own tool set for heavy highway construction equipment
- Reliable transportation to and from work
- Minimum of 5 years experience in industry or heavy-duty training
- Physical Organization and time management
- Must have or be willing to obtain an OSHA 10 Hour Safety Certificate
- Basic welding knowledge/ experience
- Willing to report to onsite repair orders
- Ability to work in a team setting
- Communicate clearly and effectively with team members
Physical Requirements:
- Flexibility in hours - overtime and weekend hours may be necessary
- Passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening is required and a background check will be conducted
- Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds
- Observe and comply with necessary PPE requirements
- Must be able to work in a noisy area with many odors present
- Bending, stretching, stooping, kneeling, crawling and squatting
Other Preferred Qualities:
- NYS Inspector's License
- Commercial Driver's License
- Obtain or willingness to obtain a Medical Card
- Ability to operate manual transmission or be willing to learn
- Ability to read and understand SDS
- Air brake certified
- Previous industry equipment training
- Willingness to obtain company provided forklift training
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)
- Basic math skills
Salary Range: $25-$45
Additional Duties:
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed. You will be expected to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested by your supervisor.
Benefits:
Suit-Kote offers competitive wages, paid time off, and a growth oriented work environment. We extend employer-paid medical and dental benefits, as well as employer-paid life insurance to all full-time employees. Road call differential pay available. Personnel are eligible for participation in our 401k plan as well as supplemental benefits. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Salary : $25 - $45
