Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic Reports To: Equipment Manager Classification: Full-Time, Exempt Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic Responsibilities • Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean work environment. • Use effective verbal and written communication skills. • Operate and inspect vehicles, machines or heavy equipment to diagnose repairs. • Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices. • Safely dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using small truck crane, hoists and hand tools. • Troubleshoot, rewire and or repair electrical systems. • Research, order, and maintain parts inventory for services and repairs. • Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications. • Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings. • As needed, assist vehicle and equipment operators in completing daily equipment inspections prior to each use; ensure safety policies concerning equipment operation. • Have an understanding of FMSCA DOT Compliance requirements for vehicles and equipment. • Assure that equipment arriving and leaving the project is Job‐ready (Turnkey) for the next assignment. • Identify and assess improvement opportunities and participate in continuous improvement efforts. • Report all accidents and near misses; participate in the investigation process as needed. Preferred Qualifications • Ability and willingness to travel as needed to multiple projects in multiple states. • At least 5 years of experience as a Heavy Equipment Diesel Technician with a strong working knowledge of mechanics. • Knowledge of Solar Project based equipment. • Must have working knowledge of commercial construction equipment, machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. • Unrestricted driver’s license and clean MVR. • Must possess basic tools such as impacts, pneumatic or battery-operated drivers, wrenches and sockets up to 2”. • Welding ability and knowledge with Torch, Stick, Mig, Tig and ARC. • Must be at least 21 years of age. • Position will require an up-to-date possession or ability to obtain DOT(Non-CDL) Medical Card • Position may require the possession of or obtaining Class A CDL (within 12 months of hire). • Proficient computer analytical skills using MSOffice and various other programs. • All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected). Physical Demands • Ability to move, lift or carry items up to 50 lbs. • Flexibility and full range of motion with repetitive movement • Ability to travel, drive or perform up to 11 hours per day when required. Work Environment • Construction Project, maybe remote at times based on location • Requires working or exposure to adverse climate conditions such as hot, cold, dusty, rainy, snow • Working around moving construction equipment • Working in bright or low lighting conditions