Fleet Mechanic (Heavy Equipment) - West Palm Beach, FL - Full-time / Part-time

Job ID: 127841

Preferred Materials – Concrete Division, part of Oldcastle Materials Southeast Division, is a leading supplier of ready mix concrete, concrete block, rebar and building materials in the state of Florida, providing the highest product quality and service in the construction industry. With headquarters in Bonita Springs, Florida, and operations in five key Florida markets, Preferred Materials provides municipalities, developers, architects, engineers, contractors, builders and suppliers a wide variety of construction materials and products. Our employees make Preferred Materials a great place to work. We promote a strong safety culture, where employees take responsibility for their own safety.

Established in 2007, Preferred Materials is a supplier of ready mix concrete, concrete block, aggregates and other building materials in Florida. While we may be new to the neighborhood, our employees have extensive experience in the industry. We operate with an intense local focus. For our customers this means doing business how you prefer – with local leadership making local decisions. This also means better service, better quality products and a lot less bureaucracy.

We are currently seeking Full-Time Truck Mechanic for our West Palm Beach market in Florida.

The fleet mechanic will be responsible for repair and maintenance of heavy equipment within Preferred Materials Region as well as other miscellaneous work that needs to be performed. Heavy equipment includes trucks, wheel loaders and other operating equipment. The mechanic must have 4 years of experience with diesel trucks and various heavy equipment.

The mechanic will be responsible for the completion of the necessary paperwork that is required as well as communicating any maintenance that needs completed to management. This person will also be expected to follow all safety regulations set forth by the company. Mechanic will also be responsible for maintaining a clean work environment. This includes all equipment as well as the facility.

The mechanic will be responsible for keeping and turning in the required paperwork management: Maintenance needs, Parts and Service Work orders and Invoices, Safety Documentation

The mechanic will be working in varying weather conditions, in dust and noisy areas. Substantial walking, bending, stooping, lifting or working in awkward or strained positions. Some hazard involved due to working in and around trucks and machinery. Mechanic will be asked to work overtime as well as some weekends as business needs determine.

Primary location, West Palm Beach

Satellite locations: occasional

Qualifications:

The mechanic must have 4 years of experience with diesel trucks and various heavy equipment.

Experience working on ready mix trucks highly desirable.
Knowledge and experience must include but not limited to: overhauling of diesel engines, brake service and repair, proper service of equipment, electrical knowledge, trouble shooting skills of all equipment, machine shop familiarization.

CDL license a plus.

Must be self-motivated, take pride in his work, and always put safety first.
Must have own tools to work on heavy equipment.

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Shift differential may apply

Preference: forklift certified

What Oldcastle Offers You

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

About Oldcastle

Oldcastle has a long and proud heritage as one of North America's largest corporations. We are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that together form the Oldcastle family. Oldcastle operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

Oldcastle Materials South Division is a part of Oldcastle Materials, Inc., the third-largest aggregates and ready mixed concrete producer, and the number one asphalt producer in the United States. The South Division consists of three regions: Appalachian Materials, Midsouth Materials & Preferred Materials. The Preferred Materials Region includes; Preferred Materials Asphalt & Construction, Preferred Materials Concrete & Building Products, and Conrad Yelvington Distributors.

Oldcastle is a great place to grow! If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Please complete your online application and profile which will be sent directly to the appropriate Hiring Manager. Thank you for your interest in the Oldcastle family!

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