Heavy Truck and Equipment Mechanic - Valparaiso
Company: Smith Ready Mix
Location: Valparaiso
Posted on: June 23, 2022
Job Description:
Smith Ready Mix, Inc. Diesel and Plant Mechanic - Valparaiso,
IN: Since 1949 Smith Ready Mix, Inc. has been a leading producer of
ready mix concrete in Northern Indiana and is dedicated to the
highest quality and service in the industry. We have immediate
openings for mechanics at our Valparaiso, IN location. All jobs are
union jobs with competitive wages and benefits. To be successful in
this role, you'll need experience in a similar role and similar
industry; Heavy Diesel MechanicFunctional Responsibilities: Perform
maintenance and repair of various types of mobile equipment in
company shops or on public roadways as necessary. Maximize
equipment availability through the use of efficient and proactive
preventative maintenance programs.
- Diagnose electrical problems and perform mechanical repairs and
maintenance to various types of equipment including but not limited
to: tires, ready mix concrete trucks and heavy construction
equipment Operate and inspect equipment to diagnose defects
- Perform routine preventative maintenance such as lubricating,
oil changes, and failure analysis
- Perform routine brake inspections/ adjustments on commercial
vehicles following Federal DOT requirements.
- Troubleshoots and repairs hydraulic systems, electronics, and
other components of a concrete mixer truck.
- Removes components for repair or replacement such as, but not
limited to: injectors, starters, water pumps, radiators, brakes,
etc.,
- Create work orders on repairs and services providing legible
and accurate information for work performed
- Coordinate with location supervisor and review pre-trip truck
inspections to prioritize work accordingly
- Communicate with drivers and plant managers to ensure adherence
to preventative vehicle maintenance policies and practices
- Use a wide variety of hand and power tools, cutting torches and
welding equipment
- Operate fixed and mobile equipment as necessary
- May assist in the maintenance and repair of fixed
equipment
- Adhere to all Smith and OSHA rules and regulations at all times
and wear proper safety equipment while on plant grounds
- Meet or exceed company safety standards
- Perform other job responsibilities as assigned by management
Qualifications:
- Mechanical Experience
- Must have own tools up to 1 inch
- Be able to read, write, and speak English
- High School diploma, preferred
- Must have clean driving record. CDL is preferred but not
required. Working conditions and Physical Requirements:
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is
regularly required to talk and hear, in order to communicate to
employees/visitors as well as function safely around heavy rolling
equipment
- Continuous exposure to extreme heat, extreme cold, extreme
noise, and working outdoors
- Must wear protective equipment while at the location
- Requires walking, sitting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and
climbing to a significant degree
- Heavy work-exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally,
and/or up to 50 pounds or force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds
of force constantly to move objects
- Must be able to perform all job functions which include, but
may not be limited to, pushing, turning, and/or pulling of controls
Smith Ready Mix, Inc. maintains a tobacco free workplace with a
zero tolerance drug and alcohol policy for all employees.
www.smithreadymix.com PI182604737
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