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Diesel Mechanic

companyIdeal Ready Mix Company, Inc.
locationWest Burlington, IA, USA
PublishedPublished: 6/14/2022
Full Time

Position OverviewThe Diesel Mechanic is responsible for troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing heavy construction equipment in a safe and efficient manner. This position is also responsible for needed inspections on a variety of equipment.Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)Service and repair all assigned vehicles, equipment, and associated items without assistance and without delaying production activities.Accurately follow the company's preventative maintenance program and service schedule.Inspect vehicles and equipment for proper operation and condition.Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical and operational problems.Work effectively on gasoline and/or diesel engines, and all mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and/or electronic systems.Manage pre-trip and post-trip Inspection Reports to identify, track, and complete necessary repair and maintenance.Train truck drivers and operators on how to correctly inspect and maintain their assigned vehicles and monitor maintenance activities.Accurately document all service and repair work. Maintain complete repair and service reports.Other duties as assigned per supervisor.Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required.Benefits OfferedHighly competitive base pay.Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance programs.Group retirement savings program.Health and wellness programs. RequirementsQualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.Education/ExperienceMinimum high school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.One to three years related experience preferred, or post secondary training.Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), class A or B, with Air Brakes endorsement.Must be able to supply own tools.Knowledge/Skill RequirementsAbility to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.Ability to read, write, and accurately perform basic mathematical functions including adding, subtracting, multiplication and division.Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.Must possess knowledge of Company policies and procedures, including safety.Must consistently produce and efficient, accurate work product.Must be able to work effectively under time and scheduling deadlines.Work RequirementsMust be at least 18 years in age or older.Must have a current and valid driver's license.Must pass post-offer employment drug testing, medical exams, and physical agilities testing.Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers and/or supervisors with other duties as required.Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA.Physical RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Must perform mechanical operations while lying or reclining in awkward positions for extended periods.Must work with their arms above the shoulders for long periods.Requires strenuous physical exertion, standing, walking, and/or climbing in various climates and ground conditions including temperature extremes, rain, wind, and snow for extended lengths of time.Must withstand continuous exposures to wind, dust, fumes, and noxious odors.Must possess the strength, mobility, agility, and balance to walk unrestricted on uneven, unsure, and slippery surfaces without assistance.Must possess unrestricted mobility to twist, turn, bend, and lean in all directions, lookup, down and side to side without hesitation or discomfort.Except for conventional corrective aids, must possess normal eyesight, depth of perception, field of vision, normal hearing, quick reaction time, unimpaired eye-hand coordination, and manual dexterity.Must possess the strength, mobility, agility and balance to ascend access ladders and steps, and to maneuver on equipment and vehicles without assistance.Must repetitively lift up to 100-pounds, 10-times a day.Required upper body strength to perform repetitive bending at the waist.Must repetitively climb and dismount from a high vehicle cab 50-times a day.Must repetitively lift up to 60-pounds, 50-times a day.Must possess sufficient strength to continuously operate equipment controls and tools weighing up to 20-pounds for uninterrupted periods of up to 4-hours.Skeletal, joint and muscle system must withstand continuous impact from driving activities.Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions; and extreme cold and/or heat.The employee may be occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.The employee may be exposed to risk of electrical shock or burn.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.Work schedule is Monday through Friday: 7 AM - 4:30 PM. We are on call after daily operating hours and Saturdays. 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

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