Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Overview

Are you looking for a new career and new challenges? Are you looking for an exciting opportunity that offers both paid training and room to grow?

If yes, then apply today for the position of Heavy Equipment Mechanic at Electric Boat where we will assist in building the most advanced and sophisticated submarines in the world!

What We Offer:

• Paid Training
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K plan with up to 6% employer match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Shift Premium
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Commuter/Van Services/Ripta
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Safety Boot Reimbursement Program
• Growth Opportunities

The ideal candidate will have experience performing repairs and PM’s to a variety of heavy mobile equipment and vehicles to include mobile cranes, forklifts, and manlifts. Experience with special purpose vehicles (transporters and similar equipment) utilizing gasoline or diesel power and have mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems/controls not commonly found on transporters or ordinary transport trucks is preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct PM inspections and tests in accordance with written documents and Electric Boat standards
• Complete major repairs and overhauls to various mobile equipment
• Repair, replace, diagnose failed pistons, valves, bearings, cylinders, etc.
• Repair and troubleshoot electromechanical controls on various mobile equipment
• Perform all work in a safe manner as outlined by OSHA and company safety manual
• Perform maintenance checks and inspections of fluid levels, hoses, belts, brakes, tires, clutches, etc.
• Test, troubleshoot, and adjust hydraulic valves, pumps and motors
• Inspect, repair, and replace diesel engines, main bearing assemblies, steering assemblies, air and hydraulic brakes, etc.
• Periodic travel to support major moves is required

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent OR a minimum of 2 years related technical experience
• Minimum of 3 years mechanic experience
• Diesel engine repair and maintenance experience

Preferred:

• Specific trade certifications/licensing
• Minimum of 5 years mechanic experience

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are key to this role
• Knowledge and skill to determine the cause of malfunctions and make necessary repairs to a variety of mobile equipment
• Knowledge of electronics to identify and replace failed components
• Must have basic knowledge to perform maintenance on various pumps, motors, internal gearing, hydraulic systems, and mechanical joints associated with mobile equipment
• Ability to read and interpret service manuals, wiring diagrams, and other technical publications
• Ability to trouble shoot and diagnose electrical and electronic control systems associated with mobile equipment.
• Basic computer skills

Physical Qualifications

Climbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Heavy Lifting, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting

Environmental Attributes

Acids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet