Mobile Truck and Equipment Mechanic

Description

General Summary:

Troubleshoot repairs, and maintains industrial trucks, trailers, wire pulling, and construction equipment used for electrical construction projects in Hooper’s service area. This role offers great perks such as overtime, a company truck and provided tools, along with a generous benefits package. Additionally, this is a union position therefore the pay and benefits will come through at the union rates.

Principal Accountabilities:

• •Knowledge of major truck systems including diesel and gas engines, and ability to diagnose problems, make repairs, and perform preventive maintenance
• •Knowledge of hydraulic systems and electrical schematics
• •Ability to operate a variety of equipment including dozers, backhoes, skid steers, and cranes
• •Familiarity with FMCSA and DOT inspection requirements and regulations
• •Ability to operate basic shop tools including welders, cutting torches, and air tools
• •Ability to fabricate with steel
• •Complete detailed written repair orders accounting for labor and parts
• •Familiarity with basics of Microsoft Word and Excel
• •Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to interact positively with field staff and management
• •Keep logs and records of all maintenance functions
• •Understand and practice workplace safety.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• •High school graduate or GED
• •Completion of diesel tech school program preferred
• •Maintain a class A CDL in good standing including a federal medical card free of restrictions
• •Ability to make decisions without close supervision
• •Ability to climb ladders and steps and work on equipment surfaces is require
• •Ability to travel and work outside at all times of the year
• •Physically demanding position. Requires continuous standing, walking, and lifting. Requires lifting materials on a regular basis and frequent twisting, bending, and turning

Hooper is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. This company considers candidates regardless of age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.