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GLENN O. HAWBAKER, INC.
Job Description
Job Title:
Mechanic Field 1
Location(s):
Company Wide
Supervisor:
Shop Superintendent
Effective:
October 13, 2011
Job Summary:
Inspect, diagnose, adjust, repair and maintain heavy equipment and
transportation vehicles including cars; light, medium and heavy trucks; paving and earthmoving
equipment. This hourly, non-exempt position will function independently with guidance from the
Shop Superintendent or Shop Leader.
Essential Functions:
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Demonstrate initiative in analyzing and solving problems.
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Proficiently troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and rebuild all system failures on mobile and
stationary equipment.
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Safely perform all essential functions.
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Generate report of parts necessary and time required to complete project.
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Operate equipment which require a commercial drivers license for diagnosing and
testing purposes.
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Accurately generate in a timely manner all repair work orders including parts, fluids,
labor, repair work and mileage.
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Perform cleanup at end of day or when job is completed including cleaning tools and
putting tools in proper storage.
8.
Demonstrate diplomatic proactive communication with Leaders and Equipment
Operators concerning equipment and job-related projects.
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Use welding and flame-cutting equipment to perform welding duties.
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Consistently work on personal growth plan.
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Exercise proper care and maintenance of company equipment.
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Frequently work more than 40 hours per week and non-traditional hours including night
shift, Saturdays and occasionally Sundays.
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Regular travel to regional job sites is required.
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May require periodic travel and overnight stays outside of region.
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Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.
Knowledge and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
 Methods, materials, tools and equipment used in repairing and maintaining mobile equipment.
 Basic computer skills.
 Construction operations.
Ability
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Operate tools and equipment used to repair equipment.
Take and follow instructions.
Ability to learn and follow GOH company policies.
Work with fuel and other petroleum products.
Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
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Physically climb on and off equipment safely.
Work in shop or field environments with exposure to dust, welding fumes, exhaust fumes,
noise, confined spaces and inclement weather conditions.
Qualifications:
 Valid PA drivers license with acceptable driving record.
 Valid PA Class B CDL with acceptable driving record.
 Prefer Class A CDL with HazMat and Tanker endorsements.
 Must meet company minimum standards for drivers.
 Class B state inspection license.
 Prefer Class A state inspection license.
 Must possess complete set of tools.
 Must be proficient in troubleshooting techniques.
 Must be proficient in hydraulic principles and systems.
 Must be proficient in fundamentals of engines.
 Must be proficient in power and drive train principles.
 Must be proficient in machine electronics.
 Must be proficient in cutting and welding processes.
 Must be proficient in fuel systems.
Education:
 High school graduate or equivalent.
 Prefer completion of Heavy Equipment/Diesel Technology program from an accredited
vocational or technical school.
Experience:
 Prefer ten years of experience as a heavy equipment or truck technician.
The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent
typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully.
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