Equipment Field Mechanic

Job ID: 498820

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

Tilcon Connecticut has an opening for an Equipment Field Mechanic. As an Equipment Field Mechanic, the selected candidate will be required to work in a team environment with other co-workers and managers. Our core values are safely, quality and integrity in everything we do. All Tilcon Connecticut employees are expected to partner with associates and management of Tilcon Connecticut Inc. to coordinate, support, and actively promote our safety process. The Field Equipment Mechanic will report directly to the Equipment superintendent and will comply with mandatory safety requirements and other functions of the maintenance team.

Shift

This is a second shift night position, Sunday-Friday depending on the construction schedule.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Analyzes malfunctions and repairs, rebuilds, and maintains construction equipment such as trucks, trailers, cranes, paving machines, motor graders, trench digging machines, bulldozers, pumps, compressors and pneumatic tools.

• Operates and inspects machines or equipment to diagnose defects.

• Dismantles and reassembles equipment, using hoists and hand tools.

• Examines parts for damage or excessive wear, using micrometers and gauges.

• Replaces defective engines and subassemblies, such as transmissions.

• Tests overhauled equipment to ensure operating efficiency.

• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. All candidates must have a minimum of 3 year's experience PM maintenance and repair of construction/paving equipment. Must be familiar with paver operation and functions, minor welding and torch cutting when needed.

Education/Experience

• Minimum high school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.

• Mechanical background with 3 years of mechanical experience required.

• 2 years of mechanical Tech School Training preferred.

• Moderate IT/computer skills in diagnostics and repair of engine, transmission, and powertrain components.

Work Requirements

• Thorough mechanical knowledge of equipment and vehicles.

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

• Ability to perform all job duties in a safe and efficient manner.

• Pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.

• Pass a pre-employment "Fit for Work" physical.

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is required to sit, walk, and stand for periods of time.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust to focus.

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 50 pounds.

Continuous Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable

0 – 10 lbs X

10-25 lbs X

25-50 lbs X

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 frequently works near moving, mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and heat. The employee frequently works outside and has exposure to some vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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 Oldcastle Materials 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

CRH Americas Materials has a long and proud heritage as one of North America's largest corporations. We are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that together form the CRH Americas Materials family. CRH Americas Materials operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

CRH Americas Materials is the leading vertically integrated supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mix concrete and paving services with 1400 locations nationwide. From coast to coast, CRH Americas Materials delivers quality, dependable results to customers ranging from federal agencies to small construction companies. Our culture is special as well. Our most valued asset is our people, and Talent Management is an ongoing process that helps us to identify, develop, and leverage more than 18,000 employees. Whether we are safely paving miles of interstate, building two-thousand-foot-long bridges or building roads in national parks, CRH Americas Materials continued investment in people, performance, and communities has positioned us as an industry leader.

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Tilcon Connecticut Inc. proudly supports Affirmative Action, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to workforce diversity. M/F/D/V are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or national origin. Applicants are encouraged to confidentially self-identify when applying. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation. Tilcon Connecticut Inc. is a drug-free work environment.

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 a large international organization.

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

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