Mechanic

Frontier-Kemper, a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking a Mechanic to join our project site in Evansville, IN

About Frontier-Kemper

Excellence in Underground and Heavy Civil Construction

At Frontier-Kemper, we specialize in heavy civil construction and underground mine development. We are known for our expertise in the engineering and construction of deep shafts and tunnels of all sizes and complexity. Our FKC-Lake Shore division provides design/build/install services for innovative Hoisting and Vertical Conveyance Systems. Our goal is to be the industry’s best source, and best value, for complete turn-key construction, engineering and design-build services and related products.

Across North America, notable projects include The Purple Line Extensions section 3 in Los Angeles, Water Tunnel number 3 in New York City, Eagle Mountain Gas Pipeline and Kemano T2 tunneling projects in British Columbia, Canada, the Inter-Quarry Tunnel in Leesburg, VA and the Century Mine in Volga, WV.

Extraordinary Projects need Exceptional Talent

DESCRIPTION:

As a Mechanic at Frontier-Kemper, reporting to the Mechanical Superintendent you will have the opportunity to Repair and maintain all Frontier-Kemper equipment while contributing to the overall atmosphere with a positive, safety conscious, and proactive attitude. Mechanics will also work on the construction of new OEM equipment provided to outside customers by Frontier-Kemper’s Lakeshore division

• Mechanical,  hydraulic, and pneumatic repairs to Frontier-Kemper equipment.
• Executing planned preventative  maintenance on Frontier-Kemper equipment.
• Operation of heavy construction equipment for the purposes of identifying, diagnosing, and repairing reported problems.
• Testing and evaluating equipment to assess damage and wear.
• Periodic light welding as it pertains to equipment repairs.
• Periodic facility maintenance and repairs to work areas in the shop.
• Participate with all departments of FKCI to improve efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Work overtime as needed.
• Travel to jobs to perform repairs or help facilitate job setup as required.
• Must comply with all company policies and be able to work in a way that does not pose a threat to themselves and others.
• Efficiently and accurately complete work assigned by management.
• Perform the physical requirements of walking on uneven surfaces, standing constantly on a hard surface, climbing stairs or ladders, reaching, bending, and kneeling.
• Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Five or more years’ experience repairing and maintaining heavy equipment
• Must supply own tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiar with shop practices including machine work, mechanical repair and steel fabrication.
• Excellent analytical, technical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to understand and interpret machine manuals, technical drawings, and schematics.
• Ability to understand, troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to communicate with others effectively and work in a collaborative manner with multiple team members in different departments.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiar with and the ability to execute planned preventative maintenance programs.
• Experience with mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems preferred.
• Certification/Degree in Heavy equipment mechanical maintenance or similar field preferred. 

Frontier-Kemper builds extraordinary projects, and we need exceptional talent. Join us and together we will build the future.