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HANSEN LOGGING LLC Heavy Equipment and Truck Mechanic in CHEWELAH, Washington
Heavy Equipment and Truck Mechanic Job Description
We're searching for a mechanically-skilled heavy equipment mechanic to add to our team. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying problems in large machines and the engines that power them. You'll also be tasked with resolving any problems that you find and maintaining large machines to ensure they work properly for as long as possible.
To do this, you'll need to use a wide variety of tools and equipment. You should be capable of using these things without having any supervision. Additionally, you should be skilled at spotting mechanical problems and resolving them as efficiently as possible.
If you think that you'd be a good fit for our heavy equipment and truck mechanic position, then get in touch with us. We'd love to see your resume.
Heavy Equipment, Lowboy Trucks, Log Trucks and Dump Trucks Mechanic Responsibilities:
Diagnose and repair equipment and trucks either in the shop or woods.
Once a problem is identified, determine the best resolution and work efficiently to complete it
Order parts
Complete maintenance tasks such as lubricating and cleaning engines
Replace damaged parts with various hand and power tools
Answer radio and telephone
Diagnose problems over radio or phone - determine how to proceed with problems with minimum down time.
Communicate with equipment operators to know what is needed to be take to the job site - GO PREPARED
Go to Spokane or wherever to get parts
Take larger parts to Spokane to get repaired
Operate machine for diagnostic purpose
Schedule repairs in advance that are not emergencies
Decide which parts need to be kept in stock
Read manuals for modifications or just to get familiar with machines
Weld on machines and trucks
Machine work on the lathe
Stock Shop with tools and equipment to do repairs on machinery
Fabricate and make modifications to equipment
Hydraulic repair of various motors, cylinders, valves and pumps
Read about and talk to other shops for modifications to equipment to minimize expense
Check out new machines to keep up on new ideas and new manufacturing changes
Keep Shop and Service Truck clean and organized
Consult with other mechanics as needed to find the best solution to the problem
Heavy Equipment and Truck Mechanic Requirements:
CDL
Computer Skills including Diagnostic Software
High school diploma or equivalent