Heavy Equipment Mechanic Job at Concrete Technologies Inc. in Des Moines

Summary

Concrete Technologies, Inc. (CTI) is looking for a self-motivated and experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic with a Class B CDL. This individual will be familiar with general repairs, hydraulics, and electrical troubleshooting, and be capable of performing a variety of skilled duties which may involve inspections, diagnosis, maintenance, and repairs on concrete construction equipment at our maintenance facility. Our equipment ranges from skid-loaders to excavators, front-end loaders, small generators, concrete saws, and concrete pavers.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and perform preventative maintenance and skilled repairs on equipment, including but not limited to backhoes, skid loaders, excavators, front‑end loaders, concrete pavers, etc. in a safe, efficient, and timely manner.
• Process all daily record-keeping and other respective administrative duties in a timely manner.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment to ensure safety and compliance.
• Proficiently operate heavy equipment when primary maintenance duties have been completed.
• Adhere to and enforce all safety protocols and procedures, including wearing appropriate PPE and using excellent safety practices while visiting job sites, per CTI policies and OSHA, Federal, and State laws and regulations.
• Work with team in a professional and friendly manner and relay a positive attitude toward coworkers, vendors, and clients.
• Demonstrate continuous efforts to improve operations, decrease turnaround time, and streamline work processes. Be proactive with maintenance and repairs. Troubleshoot and minimize equipment downtime.
• Perform other job‑related duties and responsibilities, as assigned.

Qualifications

• 5+ years heavy equipment maintenance experience required.
• High School diploma or equivalent required, plus two years technical school preferred.
• Class B CDL with Air Brakes endorsement, required.
• Insurable Motor Vehicle Record.
• Must pass post conditional offer of employment physical.
• Able to diagnose, repair, and adjust hydraulic components on heavy equipment.
• Welding and electrical knowledge associated with heavy equipment.
• Able to maintain a high level of work quality.
• Excellent time management skills. Work well under time constraints and respond positively to change.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Professional, friendly, possesses a positive attitude, self‑motivated, and proactive.

About Us

In 2001, Concrete Technologies, Inc. ("CTI") opened for business with four employees and a focus on commercial foundations, floors, and parking lots. Since then, CTI has grown to over 250 employees and added mainline paving to its service line. Initially focused on Central Iowa, CTI has successfully completed projects throughout Iowa and the Midwest. Together with CTI Ready Mix and CTI Recycling, the CTI companies bring the resources to provide a diverse range of concrete construction services and ready mix designs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Concrete Technologies, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Additional Information

All candidates who have received a written offer of employment will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances in accordance with Company policy and a background check.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Construction

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