Mechanic - CRH Americas

Job ID:  505635

Tilcon Connecticut Inc., a CRH company, has played a vital role in building infrastructure around our state, serving the market from 23 locations throughout Connecticut.  As a leading supplier of quality crushed stone, hot mix asphalt, and ready mix concrete, Tilcon Connecticut has supported the construction of superior roads, buildings and bridges. The most respected name in the construction industry, from the quarry to the road, Tilcon Connecticut does it all!

Are you looking for opportunities and benefits of a large corporation with a small company feel? Then Tilcon Connecticut Inc. and CRH is the company for you!  If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today!

Position Overview

Mechanics provides fuel, lubricant oils and grease to fleet of off road and construction equipment and additional associated services in a professional and courteous manner.  The mechanic generally repairs and maintains machinery and equipment at a shop facility under the direction of the Shop Foreperson for our 2nd shift.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Report for shift on time and dressed in proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Maintain a clean work truck and a safe work environment including using all safety equipment and following all safety procedures.
• Interact with all employees in a professional manner.
• Ensures that all tools are accessible.
• Service all trucks and equipment using fuel, lube, grease and filters.
• Make minor repairs to equipment or trucks.
• Monitor workflow (scheduling and machine availability) and make adjustments as required.
•  Fuel / Lube mechanics drive a service truck to various job sites when required to repair machinery and equipment.
• Works extended hours when required.
• Inspect, report, and correct deficiencies, and maintain all types of heavy equipment, including but not limited to reclaimers, milling machines, loaders, haul trucks, graders, dozers, pavers, rollers, dump trucks, Redimix trucks, trailers and road tractors.
• Examines equipment and discusses with shop foreperson, operator, or project manager the nature and extent of damage or malfunction.
• Raises equipment, with hydraulic jack, hoist or crane, to gain access to mechanical components underside of equipment,
• Repairs or replaces parts such as but not limited to drums, seals, buckets, hydraulic pumps, electric motors, air and hydraulic valves, pistons, rods, gears, electrical wiring, electrical components, radios, heaters, wipers etc.
• Perform preventative maintenance on all brands and types of mobile equipment with proper procedures for containment and/or disposal of waste.
• Adhere to any and all state and federal regulations, if applicable, as set forth by the US Department of Transportation (DOT), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), or any other regulatory agency.

Additional Responsibilities

• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Report to the assigned job site in uniform and ready to begin work at the designated start time.
• Perform additional tasks and assignments as directed by supervisor
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Environmental, Health & Safety Manual.
• Strict adherence to Tilcon policies and procedures.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required. 

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education/Experience

• High school education or GED.
• Minimum 5 years’ related experience, preferably in a similar industry.
• Ownership of basic hand tools/tool box for the task at hand up to 1 ¼ “

General Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• A valid driver’s license.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Ability to use a computer to create and manage work orders, timecards, email, etc.
• Basic welding skills
• Strong communication skills to ensure a positive and efficient working relationship with employees.
• Must be able to operate and drive equipment.
• Class B CDL license  with Hazmat, Tanker and Air Brake endorsement
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Mechanical knowledge or back round

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This chart outlines the physical requirements necessary to perform the duties of this job.

                                           Continuous        Frequently          Occasionally              Not Applicable

Bend                                        X

Kneel                                       X

Squat                                       X

Climb                                       X

Stand                                       X

Walk                                        X

Sit                                                                                                         X

Reach                                     X

Drive                                                                     X

Fine Motor                             X

Repetitive Motion                 X

Right                                        X

Left                                          X

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

                             Continuous        Frequently          Occasionally      Not Applicable

0 – 10 lbs.                  X

10 – 25 lbs.                                          X

25 – 50 lbs.                                                                         X

50 - 100 lbs.                                                                        X

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions and is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to vibration.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

This chart outlines the potential work environment the employees may be exposed to while performing the duties of this job.

                                           Continuous        Frequently          Occasionally              Not Applicable

Hot Weather                                                     X

Cold Weather                                                   X

Wet Weather                                                    X

Exposed to Noise                 X                         

Exposed to High Heat                                                                   X

Moving Equipment                                          X

Working with Others          X                                    

Internal applicants: Prior to applying for any internal position, it is a requirement that employees must first notify their manager.

COMPANY INFORMATION

Tilcon Connecticut Inc. is a leading supplier of quality crushed stone, hot mix asphalt and ready mix concrete products throughout the state of Connecticut. We also provide heavy and highway construction, site work, and paving services for state and local road, bridge, and highway projects.

Tilcon Connecticut Inc. and CRH is a great place to grow.  If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! 

Thank you for your interest in expanding your career with Tilcon Connecticut Inc. and CRH Americas Materials.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Tilcon Connecticut Inc., a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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