Heavy Equipment Mechanic

AutoReqId : 20244BR

Pay Class : Hourly

Hourly Pay Rate : 24.5

Department : Production

Line of Business : Aggregates

Position Type : Full-Time

Job Posting :

Heidelberg Materials is seeking an Equipment Mechanic for our facility located in Torrance, PA .

Heidelberg Materials provides the materials to build our future. Our future is sustainable. Our future is digital. And it goes beyond cement, aggregates and ready-mixed concrete. Heidelberg Materials North America, previously known as Lehigh Hanson, operates more than 450 locations with approximately 9,000 employees in the U.S. and Canada.

This position is eligible for a sign on bonus of $2,000 paid out in 2 installments (each installment paid at : 6 months and 1 year).

What You'll Get To Do

Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul on site mobile mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatics on mobile equipment such as, bulldozers, graders, front end loaders, haul trucks and conveyors used on site.

Repair and replace damaged or worn parts, lines and components.

Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools.

Operate and inspect machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects.

Perform minimal PM Eq. services.

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

Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles.

Repair and assess malfunctions, rebuild, and perform maintenance on mining equipment, such as cranes, front end loaders, haul trucks, scalers, motor graders, conveyors, bulldozers, pumps, compressors and pneumatic tools.

Assist with underground mining maintenance needs as required.

What We Are Looking For

Minimum of 5 years of experience (or formal technical training) mechanical troubleshooting and repair

Punctual with reliable transportation to and from work

Willingness to work up to 10-12 hrs a day / 6 days a week in an outdoor environment.

Welding and cutting experience desired

Knowledge / understanding to troubleshoot 12v and 24v dc electrical

Frequently lift 25 pounds; occasionally lift up to 70 pounds

MSHA training a plus, but not required

Physical Requirements : sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, twisting, climbing, balancing, bending (bending at the waist, lifting above the waist and lifting below the waist), kneeling, reaching, grasping (use of both hands), squatting, repetitive motions, manipulative finger movements with both hands, use of wrists (flexing or rotating with both wrists), use of both feet, use of arms above and below shoulder, work extended periods of time in same position, perform duties in all climates i.e. weather, extreme temperatures, tolerate heights, lift and carry up to 75 lbs., work in confined spaces, capable of wearing respiratory and other personal protective equipment

We Offer :

Secure, long-term employment

Competitive wage and benefits package

Paid training and development

Opportunities for advancement

Overtime available

Weekly paycheck

Paid vacation and holidays

Basic tools and service truck provided

Heidelberg Materials is a drug free workplace.

Employer Statement : Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled