Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Company Introduction

Over 90 years of quality products and superior service.

Job Summary

If you are seeking for a rock solid job opportunity with cross training opportunities, room for advancement, and a safe, team oriented atmosphere, please apply online.

We offer competitive pay, twelve (12)-paid holidays, paid vacation, plus 40-hours of sick time. We offer a generous benefits package where benefits are effective on day one! You are able to select from five medical, and four dental, & vision plans. A great 401k match, paid life insurance and AD&D, education reimbursement, and a wellness credit program!

All PPE is provided by SGI and offers reimbursement for your safety boots and prescribed safety glasses.

Essential Functions

Maintain and repair a wide variety of mobile power equipment.

Core Competencies

Basic math, recording keeping and computer skills are required

Ability to work from mobile equipment service manuals

Must possess ability and skill with acetylene and arc welding

- Teamwork

- Initiative

- Attention to Detail

- Decision Making

- Communication Skills

Job Responsibilities

Perform maintenance and repair work on equipment such as, mobile air compressors, small trucks, haul trucks, dump trucks, bulldozers, fork lift trucks, graders, front-end loaders, etc. Complete repairs on gas and diesel powered equipment. Assist in the removal, dismantle, repair, re-assembly, testing and installing engines and engine accessories. These assemblies include but not limited to: transmissions (manual and automatic), differentials, clutches, torque converters, steering systems, brake systems, hydraulic cylinders, hose assemblies, etc. Assist in repairing and adjusting ignition, fuel injection and carburetion systems. Inspect equipment and perform preventive maintenance duties. Lubricate equipment, change and repair tires, change and charge batteries, put on and remove tire chains, etc., as necessary. Utilize hand tools, power tools, and handheld diagnostic equipment. Use steam jenny to clean equipment. Complete acetylene burning and simple welding. Keep work area and tools clean and orderly. Perform other duties as required or assigned. Ensure the plant area meets or exceeds all safety standards for SGI (guards, walkways…etc.) and all work is performed safely.

Education

H.S Diploma

Experience: Ability to drive mobile equipment. Ability to repair engines, ignitions, brakes, carburetion, fuel injection, power steering systems, etc. Comprehension on use of electronic diagnostic equipment on all mobile equipment. Do rough welding. Work from schematics and diagrams. Ability to complete preventative maintenance on all mobile equipment. Make emergency repairs when needed on all mobile equipment.

Working Conditions

Subject to considerable dirt and grease disassembling and repairing equipment. Occasionally subject to inclement weather and cold weather in winter.

Base salary and/or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant candidate experience and skill, education, and/or qualifications.

Base Hourly Rate: $40.10

At Specialty Granules LLC , we believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, and vacation package for all full-time permanent positions.

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer-sponsored visa (work permit). If you are currently an SGI employee, please do not apply here. Please apply through the "Jobs Hub" section, which can be accessed under your Apps in Workday.

SGI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of our recruitment and hiring process, regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. SGI complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.