Cemex U.S.
Overview
Mechanic role at Cemex U.S.
Job Summary
The Mechanic diagnoses and repairs diesel tractors, trailers and other wheeled vehicles by performing the following duties.
Job Responsibilities
- Examines and diagnoses vehicle problems, and repairs according to generally accepted methods
- Discusses extensive or difficult in-depth repairs with Terminal Manager, and/or Supervisor
- Demonstrates and enforces CEMEX safety policies and regulations to all mechanics (i.e. lockout tagout policies, hazard assessment)
- Ensures shop and all repairs are in compliance with OSHA regulations
- Performs routine scheduled maintenance outlined on PM checklist sheets
- Plans all routine work procedures
- Raises vehicle with hydraulic jack or hoist to gain access to mechanical components for removal, repair or inspection
- Removes components for repair or replacement such as, but not limited to: alternators, starters, water pumps, radiators, condensers, compressors, clutches, transmissions, differentials, wheel assemblies, brakes, drivelines, gearboxes, pumps, rollers, etc.
- Disassembles components, inspects parts for wear, and determines cause of failure
- Troubleshoots and repairs hydraulic systems and components
- Inspects and replaces parts such as clutches, wheel seals, brake linings, drums, bearings, and other components as described above
- Overhauls and rebuilds serviceable components
- Some regional traveling required to repair company equipment
- Diagnoses and repairs electrical systems and circuitry in accordance with acceptable industry standards
- Performs occasional cutting and welding utilizing both gas and electric welding equipment
- Replaces and adjusts headlights, and installs and repairs accessories such as radios, heaters, mirrors, and windshield wiper blades
- Enters work orders on system for equipment inventory purposes
- Adheres to all CEMEX, OSHA, and MSHA rules and regulations at all times
- Wears proper safety equipment while on plant grounds
- Meets or exceeds company safety standards
- Performs other job responsibilities as assigned by management
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 3 years related experience, training or equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Able to understand, interpret, communicate, and execute with exactness instructions given in both verbal and written form
- Bi-lingual Spanish a plus
- Able to recognize potentially hazardous situations, understand instructions given by supervisor, possess common sense
- Ability to deal with mechanical problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
- Possession of valid Driver’s License; prefer Class A or Class B CDL or the ability to obtain such a license within the new employee evaluation period (180 days) with driving record that meets company requirements in order to retrieve or test drive company commercial vehicles
- Forklift certified or willing to obtain
- TWIC preferred or willing to obtain
Working Conditions
- Job involves sitting most of the time, but also involves walking or standing for brief periods of time
Physical Requirements
- Walking, sitting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and climbing to a significant degree
- Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects
- Regularly required to talk and hear, to communicate with employees and visitors
- Requires walking, sitting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and climbing to a significant degree
- Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects
- Job involves sitting most of the time, but also involves walking or standing for brief periods of time
- While performing duties, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear in order to communicate with employees and visitors
Legal Notices
CEMEX is an EEO/AA (equal opportunity/affirmative action) institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. CEMEX will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with local, state and federal laws. CEMEX is an E-Verify participating employer. Arizona Smoke-Free Act: smoking and/or the use of tobacco is prohibited on CEMEX property. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, Holiday Pay, and a wellness program. For more details, see the CEMEX benefits page.