Heavy Equipment Traveling Mechanic

Americom provides tomorrow’s technology to today’s world and we are looking for an outstanding individual who shares this passion for creating the ultimate customer experience. At Americom you will get the opportunity to use your education, knowledge, and skills to advance your career and be rewarded of your achievements.

Americom Technology Inc. is one of the largest providers of Telecom Services in the Intermountain West, with over 30 years of experience. We are one of Utah’s premier telecom contractors serving the needs of customers as large as the state of Utah, the University of Utah and BYU. Americom serves telecom markets across the nation, with special interest in Utah, Wyoming, Idaho, Nevada and Texas.

Job Description:

Heavy Equipment Mechanic needed to travel with crews on out-of-town jobs to keep equipment running. Must have extensive diagnostic and repair experience for heavy equipment including directional drills and off-road equipment. The role requires an individual with knowledge of electrical, diesel, mechanical and hydraulic systems.

Job Responsibilities:

• Must be able to travel approximately 80% of the time.
• Special consideration given to individuals with maintenance experience on directional drilling equipment.
• Diagnosis, troubleshoot and repair hydraulic and diesel equipment.
• Perform root-cause analysis to determine necessary corrective actions.
• Must have the ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical schematic diagrams and technical repair manuals.
• Determine and maintain Preventative Maintenance schedules for equipment.
• Conduct extensive equipment inspections and identify worn and damaged parts.
• Verify equipment performance by conducting field tests.
• Maintain equipment service records and analysis of records to prevent future repairs.
• Spec parts needed for repairs and order from suppliers. Fabrication of some parts may be required.
• Must have the ability to mentor and develop other shop employees.
• Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; controlling corrosion; completing winterization procedures.
• Corrects vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics; completes machine shop operations; making adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.
• Maintains vehicle appearance by cleaning, washing, and painting.
• 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 repairs.

Physical Requirements:

The minimum physical requirements that you must meet in order to perform duties are as follows:

• Able to lift 80 lbs,
• Have knowledge and ability to identify and use hand and shop tools.
• Ability to work in ALL weather conditions; this includes extreme temperatures ranging from -20° to +100°.
• Work around chemicals.
• Be able to drive a fork lift.

Position Qualifications:

• Must have 5 – 7 years’ experience, preferably in the construction industry
• Have extensive diagnostic and repair experience for heavy equipment including directional drills and off-road equipment.
• Must have own tools
• Wage concession will be made for an individual with own truck set up for traveling mechanic
• Class A license preferable
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen
• Able to pass a level 4 background screen

Behavioral Traits:

Player: Promote and work in a team environment to achieve desired objectives.
Company Advocate: Must consistently be a strong advocate of the Company, and always foster a positive image to all.
Critical Thinker: Able to observe, analyze, and take appropriate action to identify and correct potential workplace safety issues, hazardous behaviors and other areas of potential risk.
Effective Communicator: Must be able to lead, give direction and guidance while assessing situations at hand and verbalizing any associated risks. Must be able to communicate effectively and follow directions.
Goal Oriented: Possess a strong desire to “do what it takes” to achieve documented goals and objectives.
Pragmatist: Must be willing to be flexible and accepting, understanding that business needs and priorities can often change.
Hunger for Learning: Must always be eager to learn and grow, willing to accept direction and suggestions from any number of sources, as learning opportunities.
 

Americom’s culture is based on our Core Values of:

Team Work….Integrity….Individualized Service….Diversity….Empowerment….Strong Work Ethic

Competitive compensation and benefits programs are available. Many of the benefits of working with Americom go well beyond the paycheck and include 401k, medical, dental, vision and life insurance.

If you have a team spirit and want to be a part of a growing company, then please submit a resume with references to: hr@americomtech.com.

Americom Technology, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.