Diesel Road Mechanic

Subsidiary: Barrett Industries

HRI, Inc. is one of the companies that operates within Barrett Industries Corporation, the Colas USA subsidiary that operates primarily in Maryland, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New York. HRI engages in heavy civil construction projects in Pennsylvania, in addition to specific project work in Maryland, West Virginia, and Virginia. Since 1947, HRI has expanded to include paving, water, sewer, airport, highway, and bridge projects as well as asphalt plants and aggregate quarries. To learn more about HRI visit . Throughout Colas USA, we provide competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit .  HRI, Inc., and the rest of the Colas USA Family of Companies, is part of the Colas Group, the worldwide leader in transportation infrastructure construction and maintenance. For information on our international network visit . 

Job Summary

HRI, Inc., a leader in heavy civil construction since 1947, has an opening for an experienced and upbeat Road Diesel Mechanic. HRI has shops located in Muncy, State College, and the Curtin Gap areas. The qualified candidates will have experience working on equipment and triaxle trucks. Applicant may work varying shifts and long hours dependent on market demands.

Main Responsibilities

• Reads job order and observes equipment in operation to determine malfunction and to plan work procedures.
• Installs new ignition systems, aligns front wheels, changes or recharges batteries, and replaces transmissions and other parts.
• Overhaul’s gas or diesel engines.
• Examines protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices on trucks and equipment, and makes adjustments.
• Lubricates moving parts and drives or operates repaired truck or equipment to verify conformance to specifications.
• Fabricates special lifting or towing attachments, hydraulic systems, shields, or other devices according to blueprints or schematic drawings.
• Completes all standard maintenance on trucks and equipment and ensures state inspection requirements are met for trucks
• Other duties may be assigned

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent experience preferred
• Valid drivers’ license with the ability to maintain a clean driving history

Skills

• Previous experience and knowledge with diesel equipment/trucks and/or related field preferred
• Knowledge of diagnostic software and equipment
• Strong mechanical proficiency and troubleshooting skills including knowledge of diesel engine and components

Physical Requirements

• Wears and maintains personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by Company safety guidelines
• Regularly required to lift and /or move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance, use hands to move and manipulate objects, and communicate (talk and hear)
• Frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Standing/working on feet for long periods, and walking across uneven terrain
• Frequent exposure to loud noise, all outdoor weather conditions, dust, fuel, oil, other chemicals, and airborne particles
• Regularly exposed to fuel, oil, and other chemicals
• Abides to company safety and drug/alcohol testing requirements

Benefits and Perks

• Choice of 3 Medical Plan Options
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental and Vision Plans
• Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Options
• Access to Telemedicine and Healthcare Advocacy Services
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Life and AD&D Insurance 
• Disability Insurance 
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Service Truck will be provided
• Sign on Bonus of $1,000 will be awarded to all hired candidates after 90 days of employment!

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