Heavy Equipment Mechanic Job at Walbec Group in Racine

Overview

Heavy Truck and Trailer Technician for Payne + Dolan, Inc., A Walbec Group Company in Southeastern Wisconsin. The Walbec Group focuses on safety and efficiency in heavy and highway construction.

The Position

We are looking for a Heavy Truck and Trailer Technician to work in our Racine, WI maintenance and repair facility. Under the direction of the Shop Foreman, technicians are responsible for the repair and maintenance of trucks and trailers in a safe and efficient manner.

Responsibilit ies

• Determines machine or vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts
• Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; controlling corrosion; completing winterization procedures
• Corrects deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics; completes machine shop operations; making adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units
• Verifies proper performance by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems
• Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards
• Maintains vehicle records by annotating services and repair logs
• Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; initiating repairs
• Contains costs by using warranty; evaluating service and parts options
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications
• Use mobile service truck to perform service calls on equipment in the field
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned

Qualifications

• A valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record. (CDL required or the ability to obtain)
• Two to three years of prior work experience working on heavy duty trucks, and experience working on truck trailers
• Prior experience performing diagnostics, including electrical troubleshooting and computer-aided diagnosis as well as reading electrical and hydraulic schematics
• High School diploma as well as vocational training and certification from an accredited organization, or combination of schooling and relevant work experience
• Strong technical understanding, good problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and thoroughness
• Adaptable to new equipment and a willingness to learn and be trained
• Prior experience documenting repairs and utilizing a parts-ordering system
• Must be a motivated, punctual and dependable self-starter with good communication skills
• The ability to work varied hours including nights, early mornings, and weekends as needed
• Be able to tolerate and work in typical heavy shop environment as part of a large team

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits; healthcare options, PTO and holidays, wellness initiatives
• Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flex Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 401k & Profit Sharing with company contributions
• Strong safety culture and opportunities for professional development

The Location

• Racine, WI maintenance and repair facility

Why Should You Apply?

• Committed to a diverse and inclusive culture; welcoming and values all team members
• Excellent wages and benefits packages
• Job security as an essential infrastructure services provider
• Growth opportunities and collaboration with experienced professionals
• Supportive, family-oriented environment

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer and it is our practice to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

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