Shop Mechanic - American Materials at AMERICAN MATERIALS COMPANY LLC in West Columbia, South Carolina

Job Description:

SHOP MECHANIC

West Columbia, SC

COMPENSATION: Market Value- Pay Dependent Upon Experience

SUMMARY

American Materials is searching for an experienced, mechanically inclined, safety-oriented Truck Shop Mechanic to support the South Carolina truck shop. This position is responsible for heavy duty diesel engine repairs, maintenance, manual transmission upkeep, electronic engine controls, and general electric and hydraulic systems troubleshooting and repair.

BENEFITS

• Recession Resistant Industry
• Year-Round Work
• Overtime Available
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off / Vacation Pay
• 401(k) Retirement Plan w/ 100% employer match up to 4% contribution
• Medical Insurance - United Health Care
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance - Company Paid
• Short-Term / Long-Term Disability Insurance - Company Paid
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP - optional)

• Make repairs necessary in the field and to perform preventative maintenance practices necessary to increase service life of equipment.
• Repair and troubleshoot major components such as engines, transmissions, and differentials, to include replacing complete assemblies, turbochargers, fuel system components, and more.
• Inspect and verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to factory specifications.
• Examine and adjust protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices.
• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments to include handheld computers, motor analyzers, pressure gauges, and multi-meters.
• Adjust and replace brakes, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Ensure compliance with all company Safety Practices & Procedures.
• Additional duties assigned by leadership.

• Must have the ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Must be committed to providing and promoting a safe work environment.
• Ability to work day or night shift as needed to make repairs necessary in the field and to perform preventative maintenance practices necessary to increase service life of equipment.
• Must own tools.