Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Questa, NM

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General Summary

Granite Construction is seeking Heavy Equipment Mechanics to support a seasonal project in Questa, New Mexico. Heavy Equipment Mechanics are responsible for safely performing diagnostics, maintenance, and repair of heavy equipment.

Essential Job Accountabilities

• Perform diagnostic, replacement and repairs on, but not limited to: Water trucks, CAT and John Deere earth-moving equipment and/or related equipment.

• Perform mechanical and lubrication routine/preventative maintenance by checking oil levels and changing oil, checking seals for leakage, grease, check filters, etc.

• Perform safety and mechanical inspections of the equipment.

• Perform welding (MiG, tig, stick) on equipment as needed.

• Operate a Mechanic truck on job sites throughout Southern Arizona as needed.

• Proper use of tools to complete system diagnostic and repairs including but not limited: electronics, EM, hydraulic, engine powertrain, air conditioning, clutch, air brakes, suspension, transmission.

• Follow contamination control and HAZMAT rules and regulations.

• Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment.

• Ability and willingness to abide by Granite's Code of Conduct daily.

• Perform other duties as required.

Work Experience

• Five (5) years of experience working directly on the repair of heavy, earth-moving equipment and/or related equipment.

• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with HAZMAT and Tanker Endorsement or ability to obtain.

• Possess power and hand tools including sockets and wrenches up to 1 ½" and 24mm with other associated tools of the trade.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic skills in welding and cutting.

• Knowledge of heavy equipment components and systems.

• Knowledge in the use of computer based diagnostic tools.

• Ability to perform routine maintenance.

• Ability to utilize cut torches to repair and maintain equipment.

• Ability to communicate effectively.

• Ability to obtain an MSHA Part 46 Certificate (5000-23) as required for the job.

Physical Demands

• Climb and maintain balance on scaffolds and ladders.

• Reach for, handle, and manipulate objects and materials.

• Bend, kneel, and crawl.

• Good eyesight (either naturally or with correction).

• Stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time.

• Exposure to adverse weather conditions, chemicals, odors, dirt, and dust.

• Push, pull, lift, or move up to 80 lbs. or more.

• Willingness to travel as required.

About Granite Construction Incorporated

Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite Construction is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities and a Drug-Free Workplace. For additional information on applicant/employee rights please click here.

Notice to Staffing Agencies

Granite Construction, Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Granite") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Granite, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Granite mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Granite employees, or to Granite's resume database will be considered Granite property. Granite will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Granite will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Granite's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Granite will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Granite's Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. No other Granite employee is authorized to bind Granite to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies.