Mechanic - Heavy Equipment - Savannah, GA - AMAT South

Job ID:  494806

APAC-Atlantic, part of CRH’s South Division, is a leader in the production of high-quality hot mix and warm mix asphalt, serving the Coastal Georgia and Low Country South Carolina markets for over 70 years. No matter how big or small the paving project is, APAC-Atlantic’s goal on any project is to finish on time and on budget. But most importantly, our goal is to make sure the project uses the right materials and construction methods proven to last. From paving and project management to materials, we have you covered. Are you ready to join the best in the business? At APAC-Atlantic, we’re more than just a team. We’re a family. APAC-Atlantic is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify Participant.

This is a multi-functional position, incorporating the performance of mechanic duties on various pieces of machinery.

Requirements

• Repair of construction equipment: assembly, adjustments, maintenance, and possible welding on all types of construction equipment 

• Lubrication on oil, air and fuel filtration, grease points and capacities, and inspection techniques to detect abnormal conditions.

• Operation and service of fuel injector pumps and nozzles, and engine governors.

• Assist in complete overhaul and testing of gas and diesel engines.

• Assist in the complete overhaul of various mechanisms used to transfer engineer horsepower to active effort.

• Assist in the complete overhaul of the various air cooled engines and their applications, as well as various starters, generators, and voltage regulators.

• Assist in the repair and overhaul of various heavy equipment which will include crawler and wheel tractors, portable cranes, brooms, front end loaders, rollers, subgrade mixers, motor grades, compactors, pumps and air compressors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required.

• Experience working on heavy equipment required; 3 or more years preferred.

• Ability to weld and burn equipment and operations of lathes, saws, shapers, grinders, and presses.

• Heavy equipment parts familiarization including: parts catalogs, procurement, handling, storage, and cost of heavy equipment parts.

• Attendance required according to company attendance policy to ensure crew is able to operate at normal efficiency level.

• Attitude/Cooperation: Must always maintain a courteous and professional manner with co-workers, customers, public.

• Ability to be flexible with last minute schedule changes, location changes, time of shift changes. Overtime work required. Out of town/county/state work may be required.

• Ability to work nights an/ or weekends as necessary

• Initiative to perform/assist with other positions for job completion.

• Must pass drug test and criminal background check.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

APAC-Atlantic, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability--If you want to know more, please click on this link.