Heavy Equipment Mechanic

We're working with a well-respected family owned heavy equipment company that is looking for an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic in the Fairfax area. A person that understands the importance of doing a job correctly and is responsible for repairing and maintaining their fleet of earthmoving and pipeline Heavy Equipment on customers job sites. Is this you?

Heavy Equipment Mechanic Responsibilities:

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Maintenance and repair of mechanical, hydro-static, hydraulic, electrical, and diesel systems

Demonstrated abilities to diagnose equipment failures and perform necessary repairs utilizing appropriate diagnostic tools

Record and document the diagnoses and procedures, order necessary parts, and estimate time to complete equipment repairs

Attends and successfully completes required technician training classes

Working knowledge of the hazards and practical application of safety precautions common to equipment

Desired Skills and Experience:

2 years technical training/certification or equivalent heavy equipment industry experience

Ability to read schematics and repair mechanical, hydro-static, hydraulic, electrical, and CAN/BUS systems

Must maintain a proper minimum set of tools to diagnose, disassemble, and reassemble components for most equipment repairs (specialty tools are provided)

Basic oxy/acetylene cutting and welding skills

Forklift certification a plus

Is this Heavy Equipment Mechanic opportunity for you?

is this an opportunity for you if so contact me Valerie Williams at .

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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