Concrete Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Job ID :   517487

The Shelly Company, a CRH company, is a vertically integrated supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mix concrete and paving services throughout the state of Ohio. Our commitment to quality drives us to use the most modern, efficient and environmentally friendly technology in our industry. The Shelly Company is known throughout the industry for innovation, quality and for our commitment to safety.

Starting at $30 per hour, plus overtime.

Position Overview

Drives from one destination to another to repair and maintain machinery and equipment under direction of Shop Foreperson. Class 8 mechanic.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

The duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following :

• Drives a mechanics truck to various job sites and plants to repair machinery and equipment.
• Works extended, and at times, erratic hours.
• Adhere to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations as set forth by the US Department of Transportation.
• Trouble shoot and maintain all types of heavy equipment, including but not limited to fork lifts and ready mix trucks.
• Examines equipment and discusses with Shop Foreperson nature and extent of damage or malfunction.
• Plans work procedure and / or possible solutions for issues
• Raises equipment, with hydraulic jack, hoist or crane, to gain access to mechanical units bolted to underside of equipment.
• Removes units or pieces such as engines, transmissions, drums, seals, etc.
• Repairs or replaces parts such as drums, seals, buckets, hydraulic pumps, electric motors, valves, pistons, rods, gears, etc.
• Rewires ignition system, lights, and instrument panel.
• Drains fluid and oil, ensuring proper procedures for containment and / or disposal.
• Devises, fabricates, and assembles new or modified mechanical components or assemblies for products such as industrial equipment and machinery.
• Required to provide your own basic hand tools.
• Required to keep and maintain a clean and safe work environment, shops, mechanics truck etc.
• Must be self-motivated and able to plan for future needs.
• Maintain positive proactive outlook.

Other Requirements :

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education and Experience

One year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Basic computer skills preferred. CDL is preferred.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to speak effectively to customers or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Requirements

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 stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. The employee must regularly lift and / or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Must be able to bend, kneel, squat, walk, stand, reach and drive. The employee must occasionally be able to climb, sit, use fine motor skills and use repetitive motion. This position requires an employee to lift up to 25lbs. This position requires an employee to occasionally lift up to 100lbs.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions and is regularly exposed to wet, humid condition airborne particles, and extreme heat or cold. The employee is occasionally exposed to vibration. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally very loud and may require protective equipment. Working conditions can occasionally include : hot weather, cold weather, wet weather, exposure to high heat and exposure to noise. The employee must be able to work with others and moving equipment.

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 the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

The Shelly Company, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE / Vet / Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.