Shop Mechanic

Join the Hedrick Industries Team

Hedrick Industries is a leading aggregates producer across the southeast. Crushing and selling sand, stone, and gravel is an exciting and dynamic industry with strong career growth opportunities for employees. Our materials have literally built the communities in which we live – our schools, roads, hospitals, parks, and homes. Hedrick Industries has been a flagship American business for 100 years in North Carolina and remains proudly family owned and operated. Learn more at www.hedrickind.com.

Location:

100 Goldview Road

Asheville, NC 28804

Job Title: Shop Mechanic

Hourly Pay: $23 - $25 an hour based on experience

Reports to: Shop Foreman

Position Summary:

The Shop Mechanic position is responsible for the proper operations of our equipment. At our sites, different types of machines and equipment are utilized in our day to day production. The Shop Mechanic is integral in keeping operations moving by knowing how to manage, diagnosis, and repair heavy equipment such as larger haul trucks, loaders, dozers, excavators, skid steers, and forklifts. This is a great position for someone who would like to work on different types of equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:

· Must be eighteen years of age or older

· Must be legally permitted to work in the United States

· Must have a track-record of being a dependable employee

· Ability to test equipment for proper operation

· Selection of personal tools to be used on the job. Out of the ordinary tools will be provided.

· Basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic circuits/drawings/prints

· Working knowledge of equipment operation and associated operating systems

· Some ability to use diagnostic equipment

· Basic knowledge of electronic cables, connections, and sensors

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Performs basic troubleshooting and diagnostics on electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems

· Install and/or replace new or reconditioned repair parts

· Familiarization of computers to diagnose codes and troubleshoot equipment problems more efficiently

· Conduct daily workplace safety and maintenance inspections of all critical components and systems

· Conduct Workplans as needed to ensure Safest workspace possible

Success Factors:

Essential Functions, Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

· Pre-employment drug screening

· Able to work outdoors in most weather conditions

· Able to work in a physically rigorous work environment. Position may involve walking, standing, sitting, bending, and climbing stairs. Job may require crouching, stooping, or crawling.

· Able to stand/sit for extended periods

· Able to lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs.

· Able to swing 16-pound hammer

· Able to use impact wrench

· Able to pull chain/cable hoist

· Able to climb steps/ladders

· Able to work in small/high spaces

· Able to walk up/down steep inclines

Performance Standards

At Hedrick, we operate by these core values:

· Safety – Committed to high standards for personal safety

· Productivity - Committed to an honest day’s work

· Reliability – Dependability in supporting the company and the team

· Positive Mindset – Individually being flexible, versatile, and able to support the operation in multiple ways

As a company we also value our customers and our communities. We are dedicated to supporting the regions in which we operate.

To Apply

· Respond to this job post

· Resumes welcomed

· Prior work history list required

· Please include your phone number

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Schedule:

Ability to Commute:

Work Location: In person