Diesel Mechanic for Ready Mix Concrete Operation

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Conflict resolution skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Knowledge of basic math and computer skills
• Maintain detailed and accurate service records and documentation
• Meet with peers, managers, internal customers (drivers) and vendors to explain problems and possible solutions
• Be capable of communication skills (verbal, written or electronic) with others by face-to-face discussion, email, or via telephone.
• Must be able to read/write/interpret directions.
• Working with specialized machinery such as forklifts, loaders, hoists and plant equipment.
• Understanding the inner workings of various machines such as skid steers, aerial boom lifts, etc.
• Must possess own Hand Tools
• Operate basic shop tools including welders, torches, impact wrenches, grinders, ladders, and other equipment as assigned.
• Must be able to perform tire changes and maintenance
• Strong knowledge of health and safety standards required for the role
• Must be able to work in a manner to ensure your personal safety and that of fellow employees by following Company safety guidelines and following company policies.

• Daily inspection of the lot to verify equipment condition and identify potential out-of-service items.
• Interacting with fleet manager, drivers, batch men, and operation and production personnel.
• General knowledge of engine scanning systems
• Experience on International, Kenworth, Mack, Sterling, Western Star trucks is desirable
• Experience with end dump and pneumatic trailers is desirable
• Experience with DPF systems, electrical systems, air systems, fuel systems & brake systems required
• Must be able to trouble shoot.
• Maintains a safe and clean work area
• Must be motivated, be a self-starter, productive and efficient worker
• Order parts as needed and maintain inventory control.
• Welding & fabrication skills and experience required
• Perform repairs as needed on fleet equipment in yard as well as on the road.
• Maintain repair orders including labor hours, parts used, and general comments.
• May require travel to potentially any of our plant locations based on needs.
• Will perform other duties as assigned by management personnel.

• Duties include adjusting equipment, repair or replace defective parts, diagnosing faults or malfunctions using testing equipment, and cleaning or performing maintenance work.
• Cleaning, lubricating, and performing other maintenance work
• Performance of an individual daily fleet of location units, correcting fluids and checking functions as required.
• Perform quality preventative maintenance as per the detailed schedule on a consistent basis
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections as specified using mechanic tools and shop equipment which may include hydraulic, electric, hand and air tools
• Perform diagnostic tests for routine maintenance procedures and determine a course of action for damaged parts and systems.
• Diagnosing malfunctions or problems using a computerized system or testing equipment to determine the root cause of any issues
• Repair malfunctioning components, retrofit engines, change brakes, adjust steering systems, replace worn-out parts and change hydraulic fluids.
• Use computerized equipment along with cutting torches, pneumatic wrenches, hydraulic jacks, screwdrivers, pliers, mallets and precision gauges.
• Test drive trucks before and after repairs, as needed.
• Diagnose mechanical issues
• Brakes,
• Cab, instruments,
• Drive train – perform repairs as needed to replace the transmission, differentials or other damaged parts
• Electrical system.
• Emissions - repairing and verifying any emission control systems
• Engine system,
• Frame,
• HVAC
• PTO, hydraulics,
• Steering, suspension,
• Tires, wheels,
• Technical certifications and a CDL is desirable

Kienstra Co