Heavy Equipment Shop Mechanic

Brandeis Machinery and Supply (a division of Bramco) has sold, serviced, and rented mining and construction equipment, products, and services in partnership with our suppliers since 1908. Brandeis is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, and together with its sister company, Power Equipment Company, constitutes one of the largest construction and mining equipment distribution networks in the United States.

Job Summary: The mechanic will perform repair work on a wide variety of equipment ranging from complete machine overhauls to minor repairs such as fixing leaks, and changing fluids and filters. Other types of repairs may include rebuilding components such as engines, transmissions, hydraulic cylinders, and hydraulic pumps. Some locations have test equipment to dyno test engines, hydraulic pumps, and transmissions. Installations may include undercarriage on-track machines, attachments on plumbing excavators for hammers or scalers; quick coupler attachments on loaders, excavators, and backhoes.

Job Responsibilities:

Perform daily and operational activities in the service department to include the following, but not limited to:

• Troubleshoot equipment problem/diagnose failure
• Perform diagnostic functions, check pressures, check voltage, locate source of noise or vibration
• Disassemble machine, order parts, make repairs, assemble machine, check machine operation make sure repairs are complete, and confirm problem is fixed unit has no leaks, and is work ready
• Clean parts, scrape gaskets, prep for assembly
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of work environment
• Travel to job sites and vendor training sessions as needed

Job Qualifications:

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent, a 2-year technical degree or comparable military training is preferred
• Must have a minimum of 2 years experience in the heavy equipment industry or a related field
• Excellent written and oral communication and basic mathematical skills.
• Proficient with a computer, including the use of Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and diagnostic use using manufacturer-provided programs.
• Must have a good working knowledge of equipment operations and mechanical functions.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, push, pull, and twist
• Ability to carry and lift up to 70lbs.
• Ability to climb and perform work on heights of 15 feet
• Able to work in all types of weather conditions
• Capable of working with limited supervision / self-starter
• Maintain excellent customer service
• Must be able to pass a background, physical, and drug screen

We offer Competitive Pay and a Full Benefits Package as noted above including:

• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Vacation –calculated with credit for years of previous employment
• We offer a stable and positive work environment that recognizes integrity, and respect for others.

Apply online with your resume/work history uploaded.

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