Fabricator and Mechanic

Kansas City MO

Description

Summary: The Equipment Mechanic/Fabricator position includes performing all forms of mechanical repairs and metal fabrication work at the Dredge America shop and in the field. The duties of an Equipment Mechanic/Fabricator include inspecting, diagnosing, repairing, fabricating, rebuilding, and maintaining both light and heavy-duty equipment related to the dredging industry. Primary Role: An Equipment Mechanic/Fabricator’s role will be primarily focused on repairing equipment at Dredge America’s shop and project sites. Below is a list of the primary duties that will be covered under this role. • Perform highly skilled and complex mechanical repairs on both light and heavy equipment such as trucks, loaders, cranes, travel lift, telehandlers, both diesel/gas engines, slurry/water pumps, and all dredge related parts. • Perform the duties of a mechanic involved in hands on repairs and maintenance. • Train personnel in the use of shop equipment. • Inspect equipment, analyze, troubleshoot, and plan sequence of repair operations. • Ability to engage in heavy manual labor for extended periods, in all types of weather, and under various working conditions. • Adjust, or repair and replace, parts in engines, transmissions, differentials, and other equipment. • Train new employees in all phases of work including the operation of equipment, use of tools, and methods or procedures of work. • Adjust or repair hydraulic systems and components. • Maintain and instruct others on proper safety procedures. • Respond to repair requests. • Record daily work. • Perform, participate, and document daily safety meetings. • Perform repairs on jobsites as required. • Investigate complaints and equipment malfunctions. • Coordinate parts runs; maintain sufficient parts inventory. • Analyze performance of equipment. • Participate in the selection of equipment and in the preparation of specifications for purchase. • Recommend improved work methods and procedures, assist in training employees. • Fabricate and create new equipment for upcoming projects. • Repair existing dredge equipment, hulls, boats, barges, and motors. • Assist Shop Manager with maintaining preventative maintenance program.