Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Phoenix, AZ

Looking for career opportunities, an employer who develops their people, a place to make your mark? If so, we are looking for you. Since our founding in the early 1990s, MEI Rigging & Crating has grown into one of the largest providers of rigging, machinery moving, millwrighting, mechanical installation, industrial storage, crating, and export packing services in the United States. Our day-to-day operations are guided by our shared values of integrity, respect, professionalism, safety, commitment, and results and this has positioned us to provide exceptional service to customers of all sizes ranging from Aerospace, Automotive, Construction, Data Center, Food Processing, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical, and Institutional companies to every industry in between. Our people are our best asset, and we invest in training, support, and providing the proper tools needed to succeed. If you are looking to be a part of a great team, please apply!

Diesel Truck/Tractor, Trailer and forklift mechanic providing maintenance for MEI fleet of forklifts (6k lb. to Versa Lift 60/80k) Peterbilt and KW tractors and Landoll/KS RGN flatbed trailers.

• Ideal candidate can do mid-level mechanic work on diesel vehicles, routine PM service, brake service and hydraulic systems.

• Determines vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests, identifying worn and damaged parts.

• Basic knowledge of operating equipment (Forklifts, man lifts, mobile platform lifts, etc.)

• Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; controlling corrosion; completing winterization procedures.

• Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test drives, adjusting controls and systems.

• Maintains vehicle records by annotating services and repairs.

• Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for extensive and complex repairs.

• Contains costs by using warranty, evaluating service and parts options.

• Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.

• Enhances maintenance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

• Complete housekeeping duties in assigned area or project area daily and/or when required.

• A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.

• Complete required papers

• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Experience, Skills, and Education)

• HS Diploma or GED equivalent

• Minimum two (2) years proven fleet mechanic experience (Heavy Equipment and Vehicles)

• Minimum of 1year of intermediate skills working in Microsoft office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Preferred Qualifications (Experience, Skills, and Education)

• Construction industry experience

• Ability to use precision measuring tools and equipment, hand, power, and pneumatic tools.

• Rigging experience

Professional Qualifications

• Excellent attention to details, thoroughness, and interpersonal skills

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

Performing General Physical Activities - Performing 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 up to 50 pounds.

Other Requirements:

Must be able to work in a highly functioning team environment. Display the highest levels of honesty, integrity, and professionalism. Take pride in your work and in the company. Communicate openly and strive for peak performance in daily tasks. Know and deliver the quality service MEI's customers have come to expect.

This job description is intended to summarize the type and level of work performed by the incumbent and is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, and requirements.

Company Benefits: MEI Rigging & Crating provides a dynamic and friendly work environment, challenging and rewarding career opportunities, a highly competitive salary and an extensive benefits package that includes Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage, Life & Disability Insurance, Retirement Benefits, Paid Time Off, Holidays, Employee Assistance Program, Referral Program

MEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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