Diesel Mechanic

Job DescriptionJob Description

Job Title: Field Mechanic

Divisions: All

Location: Remote. Home office is located at 26400 I-76 Frontage Rd. Keenesburg, CO 80643

Shop Positions: ☒In Field ☒Traveling as Required ☐In Shop

Pay Type: ☐ Exempt (Salary) ☒ Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Reports To: Fleet Director and Shop Foreman

Supervises: N/A

Minimum Requirements

· Background Check: Required

· Drug/Medical Testing: Preemployment Drug Screening and DOT physical

· Driver’s license and MVR requirement: Valid Class ‘A” CDL Driver’s License with no restrictions and a clean MVR

· Education: High School Diploma or GED or Equivalent

· Experience:

o Minimum of 2 years’ previous experience as a diesel mechanic or be a graduate of a technical school with a diesel specialty

o Experience with hydraulics is a plus

· Qualifications/Certifications:

o Applicable ASE certifications are beneficial

o Must be qualified to perform DOT MCSA annual inspections, or willing to obtain this qualification

· Technical Skills: Must have intermediate level computer skills for day-to-day operations, sending emails, navigating phone apps and completing fleet reports

· Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Essential Skills, Duties and Responsibilities

General:

· Performs all duties assigned by manager

· The primary role is to safely and quickly do what is required to keep our equipment operational and productive

· With little supervision, you will be required to complete large and small equipment repairs in the field

o Types of repairs include engine, electrical, hydraulic and chassis

· You will assist with ensuring maintenance is up to date, and perform scheduled preventative equipment maintenance

· Help with employee equipment operation training, ensure inspections are completed, and equipment is taken out of service if damaged or broken

· Must be resourceful and solution driven

· Understand and comply with Company Policies and Operating Procedures

Administration:

· Documentation done in a timely manner

· Ensure accurate reporting and tracking

Communication:

· Maintains open communication with leadership and crews

Quality:

· Ensure that repairs are completed with high standards

· Diligent and is detail oriented

Essential Leadership Characteristics

· Believes, works and lives by Altitude’s “Core Values”

· Team player, that is a good listener, approachable, and has a positive attitude

· Must remain calm in stressful situations.

· Forward thinking and proactive. Must prioritize critical tasks and be able to multi-task.

· Deals with coworkers and customers in a professional manner.

Essential Safety Requirements

· Adheres to and promotes Altitude’s safety culture

· Must arrive at your designated work area on time (early) and “Fit for Duty”. Physically, mentally, and emotionally ready to work

· Elevate concerns with safety, and equipment to leadership

· Ensure safe working conditions and good housekeeping

· Identify and mitigate hazards.

· Promotes and participates in Altitude’s ‘Monthly Safety Meetings’.

· Adheres to all applicable Altitude, Local, State and Federal safety standards and safety requirements.

· Wears all required protective and safety equipment while performing tasks that require it.

Physical Requirements

· Must be able to safely maneuver and walk around job sites

· Required to lift, push, pull, carry up to 50 pounds

· Able to speak and hear information through oral communication.

· Has visual acuity to see items clearly and sharply.

· Must be able to work in tight or confined spaces.

Other Requirements and Working Conditions

· Working conditions could include inclement weather

· Excluding storm projects- work schedules/hours can be up to 12-hour days and up to 60-hours per week

· When assigned to a project full time, unless repairs are required off hitch, you will work the same hitch as the crew, which is normally 10 on 4 off

· Due to the unpredictable nature of equipment failures and breakdowns, you must be able to adapt to sudden schedule changes

· Since this is a remote position, expect to be gone for extended periods

· Must be willing to work nights, weekends, out of town, overtime, outages, and storm calls as required