Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Located in Hoboken, GA

Salary: $24+ DOE

Express is looking for skilled Heavy Equipment Mechanics for a direct hire role in Hoboken, GA. This position will primarily work day shift, but some alternate shifts may be required for off shift repairs.

General Description:
The Heavy Equipment Mechanic/Technician has the responsibility of properly maintaining the Mill’s
mobile equipment [rolling stock] with accuracy and precision to support a high level of operational reliability.

Basic Requirements:
1. High School diploma or GED. Mechanical/vocational/diesel mechanic training preferred. Familiarity with
computerized diagnostics and tools preferred.
2. Safety-minded and able to use good common sense to prevent injuries to oneself, others, as well as damage
to equipment. Demonstrates and trains others in proper and safe procedures.
3. Good verbal and written communication skills.
4. A good attendance and work performance record.
5. Ability to understand and follow the instructions of management.
6. Follows established safety procedures and can safely work around large equipment and in various conditions
[hot/cold, poor weather], and complete physical tasks [lifting up to 50 lbs., climbing up steps, bending,
walking, etc.]. Demonstrated hazard awareness of heavy materials, stored energy, and moving equipment.

Primary Responsibilities:
1. Execute the instructions of management and assigned tasks.
2. Safely and correctly execute preventative maintenance activities, troubleshooting, scheduled and emergency
repairs, and predictive maintenance checks and services in support of Mill operations to include:
a. Completing PM checks of mobile equipment and recording problems identified.
b. Troubleshooting and effectively diagnosing malfunctioning equipment
c. Repairing equipment on a planned or emergency basis.
d. Performing routine maintenance – oil changes, lubrication, cleaning.
e. Using hand tools and power tools to make repairs.
f. Assist in cost of ownership and life cycle evaluation and replacement planning.
g. Lifting, climbing, working in tight spaces, working with hot/cold materials, effectively using
specialized PPE, working in hot/cold/poor weather, in high noise environments, with sharp objects,
pressurized fluids, and around large, heavy equipment.

Key Points:
1. Working safely is a job requirement and condition of employment for all employees.
2. Listen and follow the instructions of your supervisor. If you do not understand, ask for clarification.
3. Be aware of your surroundings when working around mobile equipment.
The duties listed are the primary responsibilities and basic expectations for this position and are not limited to
just this list. These roles and responsibilities can be changed at any time as deemed necessary by management.

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