Koppers
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Domino, TX
Sponsorship not specified$20k-$30kDetected 30 days ago
OSHA
About the role
- The Heavy Equipment/Diesel Engine Mechanic is r esponsible for inspecting, repairing, and maintaining large machinery used in various industries, ensuring they operate efficiently and safely as well as responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing diesel l owered vehicles and machinery, ensuring they operate efficiently and safely. Position reports
- to the Plant Manager and has no supervisory responsibilities.
Responsibilities
- Conducts regular inspections and preventive maintenance on heavy equipment, including bulldozers, cranes, and excavators, to ensure optimal performance and safety; performs diagnostic tests on diesel engines and vehicles to identify issues and determine necessary repairs.
- Uses computerized diagnostic equipment to identify mechanical issues and performs routine maintenance and major repairs on engines, hydraulic systems, transmissions, and other critical systems
- Works closely with operators, mechanics, and technicians to diagnose equipment issues, provide maintenance guidance, and develop repair plans
- Maintains detailed and accurate records of all preventive maintenance (PM) performed for compliance and tracking purposes.
- Test drive vehicles after repairs to ensure they are functioning correctly and safely. Inspect machines, engines, transmissions etc. and run diagnostic tests to discover functionality issues.
- Order and maintain necessary parts for equipment repairs
- Collaborate/communicate with Plant Manager and General Yard Foreman on equipment repairs/downtime for planning of yard operations
- Perform thorough maintenance on machinery, equipment and systems
- Maintain all safety devices and systems on equipment in accordance with regulations and Koppers Zero Harm principles
- Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean and safe workspace, adhering to local and national regulations
Requirements
- 3-5 years' Heavy Equipment Mechanic and Diesel
- Repair experience required.
- Along with knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Must have great attention to detail
- Ability to work with various machines and tools
- Experience working in small teams
- Knowledge of various types of heavy equipment
- Ability to fill out logs on all equipment worked on
- Knowledge on OSHA regulations pertaining to this position
Nice to have
- Welding experience preferred
- Extensive safety training
- Must be able to stand
- reach with hands and arms
- climb or balance
- stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and talk or hear.
- Must be able to work in all outside weather conditions (wet, hot, cold)
- Able to work with a moderate noise level
Compensation
- $20k-$30k
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