Diesel Mechanic

Job Summary:

Cemstone® has become synonymous with high quality products and unparalleled service in the ready-mix concrete industry in the upper Midwest. Our reputation is reflected in the structures we’ve helped create and our long-held and long-practiced commitment to our core values. Here's your opportunity to join an amazing family-owned business that has been around for nearly 100 years!

What You'll Do:

Repair heavy duty trucks and related equipment on the trucks.  Work on and repair related equipment associated with shop area and other equipment in and around yard area.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Read job order and observe and listen to truck in operation to determine malfunction and to plan work procedures.

• Diagnose and repair/replace various parts/components that have failed or are causing malfunctions on the equipment, such as transmission, engines, drain lines rear axles, gear boxes and hydraulic components.

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical problems relating to the equipment and its components. 

• Diagnose and repair problems related to the hydraulic components of equipment.

• Diagnose and repair problems on the steering systems of equipment.

• Diagnose and repair problems on the brake system of equipment.

• Service equipment: i.e., grease trucks and related equipment, change oils/fluids.

• Welding of components necessary for repair of equipment and/or fabrication of components/parts necessary for repair of equipment. 

• Operate cutting torch and gas welding equipment.

• Operate shop tools: i.e., power drill, power saw and related power tools.  Operate air tools, chipping guns and scalers, impact guns and related air tools.

• Operate service truck or tow truck with required license.

• Maintain effective working relationships with company employees, suppliers, and customers. Promote and maintain the professional image and reputation of the company and ensure timely problem resolution and customer satisfaction.

• Other duties as assigned by the director of fleet.

Qualifications and Requirements:

•  Two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Apply knowledge of mechanical functioning of various components on the equipment, and make necessary repairs related to the equipment as these problems occur.

• Perform these jobs on an individual basis as well as being able to work with others in group situations.

• Work on various equipment in varying positions, either crawling under and/or laying on their back on top of or on a wheeled unit for various lengths of time. Work with wrenches and/or tolls as described earlier in all the above circumstances. Do various jobs utilizing proper body mechanics.

• Perform the jobs required to repair equipment according to US DOT regulations and specifications.

• Comply with all company safety related rules.  Work with safety related equipment to perform your duties.

• Always make sure that the equipment being worked on is made safe for oneself and other employees before performing any work-related tasks.

• Ability to understand written instructions and/or problems written up concerning necessary repairs required for various equipment malfunctions.

• Ability to understand service/repair manuals relating to equipment/parts on which would be worked.

• Computer keyboard skills and or ability to learn through training.

• DOT inspector training certificate (upon request).

Pay: $36.40-$44.50 per hour

Benefits

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Retirement Plans

• Paid Time Off

• Wellness Program

• Education Assistance

• Employee Assistance Program

Closing

If you are interested in becoming part of our team, please apply online today.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that a diverse

workforce is essential and strongly encourage qualified women, minorities,

individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. Join us in building a diverse and talented workforce that reflects the communities we serve.