Diesel and Gas Mechanic/General Laborer

Position Description :

This position is responsible for a unique blend of responsibilities, combining the expertise of diesel and gas equipment maintenance, including cranes, personnel and material hoists, and company vehicles, with general labor tasks as needed.

The ideal candidate will be proficient in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a variety of diesel and gas-powered vehicles and equipment, while also being willing to assist with miscellaneous tasks around the company during periods of low equipment maintenance workload.

Essential Duties :

• Run diagnostic tests on diesel engines and analyze the results to offer a suitable solution.
• Inspect, repair, and replace various parts of vehicles and heavy equipment including transmission, engines, steering mechanisms, and brake systems, while following checklists to ensure all important parts are examined.
• Test drive repaired vehicles and diesel equipment to ensure satisfactory fix.
• Conduct routine maintenance on vehicles and diesel equipment.
• Complete required documentation for serviced vehicles and equipment such as date completed, and type of service provided in timely manner ensuring accuracy.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition.
• Assist with various tasks around the company premises during periods of low vehicle maintenance workload.
• Perform manual labor tasks such as cleaning, painting, organizing, and basic repairs as needed.
• Assist other team members with construction-related tasks including site cleanup, material handling, and equipment maintenance.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationship with coworkers and supervisors.

Position Qualifications :

• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work at extreme heights (20+ feet).
• Comply with OSHA and HPCC safety guidelines.
• Possess own hand tools.
• In depth knowledge of diesel engines, as well as mechanics and engineering in general.
• Able to work in the shop and in the field, alone or with others, as required.
• Ability to read and understand operating and service manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Familiar with and able to operate computers for billing, maintain records and ordering parts.
• Demonstrates time management, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work collaboratively with all team members.
• Pass background checks for entry into secured sites.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Diesel Technician Certification or similar.
• 2 years of experience in relevant field.

Benefits :

Hensel Phelps provides generous benefits for our full-time employees. This position is eligible for company-paid medical insurance, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, long-term disability, 401(K) retirement plan, and our employee assistance program (EAP).

Hensel Phelps also believes in the importance of taking time to recharge. As a result, employees are eligible for paid time off beginning upon hire.

Based on position location, a cost of living adjustment (COLA) may also be included (subject to periodic review and adjustment).