Mechanic (Heavy Equipment Shop- 1st Shift)

Kokosing (www.kokosing.biz) is one of America's 60 largest General Contractors and services a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public business sectors. Kokosing's services include heavy civil/industrial construction such as highways, bridges, underground utilities, water/wastewater facilities, and marine construction. For 70 years, Kokosing has successfully attracted the most qualified technical personnel in the construction industry by offering visible challenges, superior quality, and attractive rewards. With over $1.5 billion in annual sales and a commitment to its workforce, Kokosing is the winning team.

Job Description:

• Responsible for repairs and maintenance on variety of construction equipment.

 ** This role is Day time shift with occasional overtime as required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Diagnosis and repair transmissions, engines, differentials, electrical and hydraulic components associated with heavy construction equipment in a shop environment.
• Utilize a laptop computer for information and diagnostic purposes for the safe assembly and disassembly of components.
• Repair or rebuild all or part of equipment systems.
• Write and complete service reports.
• Participate in company training programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Two year technical degree in diesel technology, heavy equipment mechanics, small engine repair, or similar preferred
• 5+ years’ experience preferred

Skills and Abilities:

• Use hand tools, air tools, test equipment, powered shop tools, and overhead crane.
• Operation of a variety of types of equipment
• Diagnosis and repair of diesel engines
• Maintenance, diagnosis and repair of equipment electrical systems
• Hydraulic troubleshooting
• Use of hydraulic and electrical schematics
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on heavy equipment.
• Crane knowledge a plus
• Ability to properly document work completed
• Desire to take on new challenges

Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.