Diesel Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Swing Shift

Mechanics/Maintenance Colorado Springs, Colorado


Description

Position Summary
This position performs preventive maintenance, performs diagnostics and makes repairs on heavy construction equipment and on-highway trucks in the safest, most effective way possible to avoid downtime.
This is a second shift position starts between 3:00 PM and 3:30 PM. 

Responsibilities

  • Ensures a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task
  • Performs diagnostic tasks in order to properly source parts and accurately repair heavy equipment and vehicles, including but not limited to diesel trucks, trailers, ready mix trucks, rollers, pavers, loaders, backhoes, skid steers, etc.
  • Cleans, lubricates, and performs preventative maintenance work on equipment and vehicles
  • Dismantles and reassembles heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools, as needed
  • Operates and inspects machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects
  • Overhauls and tests machines or equipment to ensure operating efficiency
  • Examines parts for damage or excessive wear, repairing and replacing damaged or worn parts
  • Troubleshoots and rewires electrical systems
  • Tests mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturer’s specifications
  • Researches, orders, and maintains the inventory of parts for service and repairs
  • Completes all paperwork as necessary, including but not limited to work orders, parts requests, time cards, logs, pre-trip/post-trip inspections, etc.
  • May make service calls and roadside repairs as needed
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Must be safety-oriented and exhibit safe work habits
  • General knowledge of basic hand tools, air tools, precision measuring tools and instruments, laptop computers and diagnostic software
  • General knowledge of heavy equipment operations, systems and components (engines, electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, pneumatic), repair methods and common issue
  • Strong computer diagnostic skills
  • Must be able to obtain or currently possess adequate tools to perform all assigned duties
  • Perform well in a “TEAM” environment
  • Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency
  • Flexibility to work various schedules including shift work, required overtime and weekends
  • Communicate effectively, both written and verbally
  • Pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen

Minimum Education and Experience

  • Valid CDL Class B minimum, Class A preferred (or ability obtain CDL within 60 days) 
  • Minimum 5 years of heavy equipment/on-highway truck maintenance experience or related field that showcases skills with mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required. Trade school or equivalent training desired

Physical Requirements & Conditions

  • Ability to lift 75 pounds
  • Must be able to perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials

At Martin Marietta we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates. We celebrate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Salary Posting:

We are excited to share the base range for this position is $25-$33.75, exclusive of benefits or bonuses (discretionary and non-discretionary). The offered base hourly compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, business need, market conditions, proficiencies, skills, education, and experience. Additionally, at Martin Marietta we place a high value on internal pay equity and will consider the compensation for those in similarly situated roles and direct team members. The posted range for this role represents the total reasonable pay range and does not solely represent a hiring range. Therefore, hiring at the top or maximum of the range should not be expected as it would not allow for salary growth opportunities in the role, would diminish promotion value, and may not align with internal equity. In addition to our base compensation, we also offer a competitive benefits package for full time employees (more information on benefits listed below).

At Martin Marietta, we offer a variety of benefits, depending on union classification which could include medical, dental and vision coverage; prescription drug coverage; health savings accounts; flexible spending accounts; life, AD&D and disability insurance; 401(k) with a company match and an employer-funded defined benefit pension plan. Other benefits include paid time off, paid holidays, education/tuition assistance, an employee discount program, adoption assistance, wellness programs and more.

Part time employees are eligible to participate in the 401k plan and receive a company match. In addition, they are eligible to start accruing service for the pension plan.