Preventive Maintenance Person I at Boydcat / Whaynewalker
Lexington, KY
About the Job
DESCRIPTION:
Performs preventive maintenance on Caterpillar and allied construction machinery under limited supervision. Possesses the mechanical knowledge and experience to capably complete work assignments in a safe and efficient manner.
This is a second shift position.
Compensation: up to $34.40 per hour
REQUIREMENTS:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Prior experience in basic mechanics and preventive maintenance is essential may be acquired through experience as Apprentice Mechanic or equivalent
- Maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License and have the ability to operate company service trucks under DOT regulations
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English to comprehend technical data/service manuals
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time, perform repetitive bending tasks and achieve required torque specifications per manufacturer’s repair procedure
- Strong verbal, written, analytical and interpersonal skills
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Under limited supervision performs preventive maintenance on Caterpillar and allied construction machinery using appropriate tooling and test equipment to capably complete the work in a timely and efficient manner with a high level of quality
- Operates construction machinery, when appropriate to perform job assignment
- Lifts parts and equipment components that weigh no more than 50 pounds when working alone or assisting others to make repairs to equipment
- Operates material handling equipment as required and uses proper test equipment for troubleshooting
- Reads and comprehends technical data/service manuals and writes legibly
- Maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License to operate company truck
- Performs standard preventive maintenance work assignments on CAT and allied construction machinery at customer jobsites with limited supervision in a timely and efficient manner with an acceptable level of quality.
- Uses proper test equipment for troubleshooting
- Complies with all work safety rules and procedures
- Projects a positive company image by interacting with fellow employees, customers, and management in a cooperative, supportive and courteous manner; displays an attitude of professionalism; complies with company dress code
- Operates and moves construction machinery when appropriate to perform job assignment
- Writes accurate, legible service reports immediately upon completion of job
- May be required to work overtime, or irregular shift, if needed
- Comply with State/Federal and Company EPA regulations for prompt reporting of accidental release of environmentally regulated material(s) assigned to vehicle
- Maintains company truck in a safe, clean, operable condition
- Obeys state and company rules of the road. If accident occurs, fills out reports promptly
- Performs other duties as necessary and assigned