Field Mechanic

TRAVEL: This position will require full-time, nationwide travel. .

Position

Utility Fleet Services has a current position available in our fleet maintenance division as a Traveling Heavy Equipment Mechanic. Travel to outside locations will be required up to 100% of the time. Traveling Heavy Equipment Mechanic may repair and maintain one or several types of power construction equipment, such as, derricks, shovels, tractors, lo-drill, heavy trucks, excavators, and wire pulling equipment. Fabrication and welding may be included in duties along with any other tasks as assigned.

Key Responsibilities:

• Repair and replace damaged or worn parts.
• Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools.
• Operate and inspect machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects.
• 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.
• Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Overhaul and test machines or equipment to ensure operating efficiency.
• Fit bearings to adjust, repair, or overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices.
• Examine parts for damage or excessive wear, using micrometers and gauges.

Requirements

• Fabrication and welding experience preferred
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to work long hours and move/lift at least 50 lbs.
• Compliance with OSHA and other Federal, State, and local safety regulations.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver License
• Valid DOT Medical Certification
• Heavy equipment mechanic certification preferred
• Minimum 2-5 years of unsupervised heavy equipment mechanic experience
• Pass pre-employment and other drug screening requirements
• Travel required

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