Road Mechanic
$37,440–$83,200 year
On-siteSkippack, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Drive to various locations in the Lehigh Valley area to repair and maintain diesel and gasoline heavy equipment and trucks. Review job orders, observe equipment to determine malfunctions, and plan work procedures. Identify parts for repairs or replacement, dismantle trucks to examine components, and replace defective parts or reproduce them from metal. Overhaul gas or diesel engines, perform diagnostics using computers, conduct front-end inspections and alignments, and test drive vehicles to verify corrections. Adhere to OSHA, PA, and DoT regulations while utilizing appropriate PPE and hand tools. Work up to two hours driving daily with occasional exposure to fumes, noise, and outdoor environments. Requires a CDL B and clean driving record.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (such as the GED) from an accredited educational institution OR relevant experience and/or training
- CDL B
- Clean driving record
- General computer knowledge
- caterpillar software (ET &SIS)
- Ability to use mechanics hand tools, torch, and welder
- Ability to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE as needed
- Ability to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to job)
- Occasionally required to stand, walk, or sit
- Climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
- Drive up to two hours
- Use hands to finger or feel
- Talk and hear
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
- Hours regularly exceed 40 hours a week and 8 hours a day
- Pre-employment drug testing
- Pre-employment Physical
Desired Qualifications
- Related experience and/or training
- High school diploma or equivalent (such as the GED) from an accredited educational institution
- Technical school or college in the heavy equipment field
- Experience working in heavy civil construction, road construction, or quarries
- CDL A
- OSHA, MSHA, or other relevant safety certifications
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