Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Dickerson & Bowen)

Dickerson & Bowen - Paving the way for growth and development since 1947

D&B is a leading provider of aggregates, asphalt and asphalt paving services in central and southern Mississippi. D&B operates four asphalt plants and two active sand and gravel plants and is a natural extension to our recently established Southeast platform, further strengthening our vertically integrated footprint.

General Summary

Heavy Equipment Mechanics are responsible for safely performing diagnostics, maintenance, and repair of heavy equipment used in construction and mining.

Essential Job Accountabilities

• Perform diagnostic, replacement and repairs on, but not limited to : Caterpillar, Komatsu and John Deere heavy equipment and / or related construction and mining equipment.
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs using diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices.
• Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications.
• Perform mechanical and lubrication routine / preventative maintenance along with safety, operational and mechanical inspections of the equipment.
• Operate a Mechanic truck with crane on job locations, including construction and plant sites.
• Proper use of tools to complete system diagnostic and repairs including but not limited : electronics, hydraulic, engine powertrain, air conditioning, clutch, air brakes, suspension, transmission.
• Follow contamination control and HAZMAT rules and regulations.
• Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment.
• Read, understand and implement instructions for operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Share in company core values of humility, relationships, continuous improvement, and stewardship.

Education

Work Experience

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional Requirements / Skills

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It is the policy Dickerson & Bowen Company not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (to include pregnancy and sexual orientation), national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or because he or she is a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by Dickerson & Bowen Company and their designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-hire drug testing.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.