Diesel Mechanic (Ready Mix)

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Company Profile

Martin Marietta is a supplier of aggregates and heavy building materials. In particular, Martin Marietta supplies the resources for roads, sidewalks, and foundations.

Job Profile

The company is hiring a Diesel Mechanic (Ready Mix) who will be responsible for performing top-level repairs on mobile equipment, including ready mix trucks, front-end loaders, and tractors.

Education Level

• High School Diploma or equivalent GED (required)

Work Experience

• Minimum 2 years of Mobile Equipment Maintenance Experience
• Ready Mix Maintenance experience (preferred)
• Trade School or related mechanical/technical certification (preferred)
• Commercial Driver License (CDL) (preferred)
• Safe driving record

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assists drivers in removing tires for repair
• Assists Master Maintenance Mechanic as needed
• Assists with training co-workers as needed
• Communicates/directs co-workers through hand signals and two-way radio
• Delivers technical advice to Ready Mix Truck Drivers and other mobile equipment operators.
• Demonstrates good knowledge of lockout/tagout procedure required during certain procedures
• Follows safety policies and procedures as written
• Maintains parts inventory and orders supplies as needed
• May make service calls at other plants or emergency roadside repairs as needed
• Observe and listen to trucks in operation to determine malfunctions.
• Operates mobile equipment as needed
• Performs data entry on all services performed
• Performs general clean-up of work areas
• Performs welding, repair, and fabrication
• Reads manuals, uses hand tools, and power tools to perform repairs and maintenance to electrical systems, power transmissions, brakes, drivelines, and other automotive systems to perform repair work
• Replaces rollers and other worn items as required
• Performs other duties as required

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Ability to read and write in English
• Basic computer skills
• Basic welding skills
• Knowledge of repair and maintenance of diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical, power transmissions, brakes, drivelines, and other automotive systems to perform repair work
• Knowledge of truck diagnostic software including, JPRO and PACCAR

Physical Requirements

• Work requires the ability to lift a maximum of 100 lbs.
• Work requires the ability to climb stairs, climb ladders, reach, squat, tolerate prolonged standing/walking, balance, bend from trunk, operate mobile equipment, crawl, kneel, push and pull objects
• Work requires the ability to operate hand controls with both hands and foot pedals with both feet
• Work requires the ability to perform sustained overhead-reaching
• Work requires the ability to use vibration tools
• Work requires the ability to perform work while lying on back tar for prolonged periods and in some cases cramped quarters
• Work requires the ability to work in areas with the potential for high noise levels

Working Conditions

• Most time is spent in a Heavy Equipment Shop setting with periodic outside assignments that may require work in all weather conditions: heat, cold, wet, or dry.
• They may have exposure to dust, sand, gravel, diesel exhaust, etc.
• Must be able to work an alternating Day/Evening Schedule, 10-12-hour shifts, and Monday- Saturday schedule.

Benefits/Perks

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Competitive Pay
• Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• Pension Plan
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Wellness Programs

Employer’s Statement

Martin Marietta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company considers all applicants for employment without discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, marital status, United States military veteran’s status, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.