Job Title: Shop ForemanJob DescriptionDiagnose, service, and repair various systems found on pieces of heavy equipment such as mechanical and computer electronic controls, transmissions, computer-controlled automatic transmissions, and pneumatic systems. Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and perform necessary repairs. Service, diagnose, repair, and maintain speed tandem drive axles with air or electric shift, hydrostatic driven, heavy-duty multi-axle suspensions. Tune diesel engines, service valves, fuel filters, turbochargers, and perform pressure checks on fuel filters. Diagnose problems, disassemble units, repair or replace parts, and reassemble units in the cooling, drive, brake, electrical, steering, heating, and air conditioning, hydraulic, and air systems. Overhaul engines, replace engines, and rebuild components. Keep tools, equipment, and work area clean, organized, and in good working condition. Assist in training lower-level workers in mechanical repair techniques. Perform related work as assigned.Responsibilities
Diagnose, service, and repair various systems on heavy equipment.
Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and perform necessary repairs.
Service and maintain speed tandem drive axles with air or electric shift.
Tune diesel engines and perform pressure checks on fuel filters.
Diagnose problems, disassemble units, and reassemble units in various systems.
Overhaul and replace engines, and rebuild components.
Keep tools, equipment, and work area clean and organized.
Assist in training lower-level workers in mechanical repair techniques.
Perform related work as assigned.
Essential Skills
Proven experience managing a team, especially technicians.
Mechanic experience working on heavy machinery such as excavators, loaders, paving machines, backhoes, bulldozers, dump trucks, trenchers, compactors, graders, telehandlers, backhoe loaders, tower cranes, feller bunchers, dragline excavators, wheel tractor scrapers, pile driving machines, and concrete pumps.
Experience with mechanical, diesel, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing heavy equipment.
Time management and organizational skills.
Ability to input data into computer systems and track shop activities.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with Caterpillar equipment.
Supervision and management skills.
Mobile mechanic experience.
Experience with construction equipment.
Why Work Here?Enjoy great benefits, including access to a company credit union with low interest rates on vehicles. Join a family-owned and stable company that is averse to economic downturns and involved in significant infrastructure work in South Texas. Experience great leadership and be part of a supportive team environment.Work EnvironmentWork will be performed in the shop all day. The shop is non-climate controlled. The role involves managing a team, dealing with clients, organizing the shop, and maintaining equipment.Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of San Antonio, Texas.About Aerotek:We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.