Heavy Equipment Mechanic

What we are looking for:

Aldridge is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join our dynamic and energetic team. This role will be responsible for maintaining and repairing heavy equipment for our fleet department in Libertyville, Illinois.

What you’ll do:

Duties including:

• Diagnosis, general repair and maintenance of heavy equipment including trucks, large foundation drilling rigs, and other support equipment.

• Assuring that heavy equipment is in working order and safe to operate.

• Maintain a clean, orderly work area.

• Identifying the issue on the piece of equipment or vehicle to ensure proper repair.

• Inspecting vehicles and equipment ensuring all DOT requirements are met.

• Participate in company safety training.

• Follow all company safety guidelines.

• Report findings after inspection to supervisor and document all repairs/services performed.

  Who you are:

  We are pursuing candidates with the following qualifications:

• CDL license Class “A”

• Professional

• 5+ years of experience

• Natural engineering and problem solving skills

• Dependable and reliable attendance

• Own tools up to ¾ inch

• Technical training, traditional or on the job.

• Proficient with diagnostic tools and equipment.

• Knowledge of DOT regulations and able to apply that knowledge during inspections

• Ability to perform heavy lifting as needed to perform work tasks.

• Basic computer skills

  This is a 301 Teamsters union position.

  Who we are:

  Aldridge, a family owned company, is one of the largest specialty contractors in the US, dealing in the power, mission critical and transportation markets. We have built a reputation as a trusted source in the construction industry, with over 70 years in business, 1,500 employees, and offices and job sites nationwide. Our continued success is attributed to our commitment to quality, attention to project planning, and dedication to an Incident and Injury Free (IIF) culture.

Aldridge’s mission is to build and strengthen America’s infrastructure, and that starts with building the strongest team. We have sustained significant growth and foresee that continuing for years to come. Our ability to execute difficult projects is made possible by engaging passionate, forward thinking, and innovative people.

What we offer:

At Aldridge, you will be a valued member of our workforce and receive:

· 401K plan with matching contributions

· Competitive Salaries

· Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

· Paid Time Off

· Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts

· Health Wellness Programs

· Life and Disability Insurance

Aldridge cares about our team members and the communities in which they live. We are proud to support and participate in:

· JDRF

· Bridges to Prosperity

· Bucks for Burn

· Special Olympics’ Polar Plunge

· Feed My Starving Children

· Greenhouse Scholars

This job-specific task list covers only the most important job duties. Employees assigned to this position title will also perform other occasional work assignments not mentioned above, including temporary assignments, training assignments, and other related duties. Aldridge is an EEO Employer and will recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.