Diesel Truck Mechanic

Req ID:  524124 

Appalachian Aggregates, LLC, a CRH Company, is located in southern West Virginia employing more than 100 employees during the construction months. As a stone producer with multiple locations located in the central and southeastern areas of West Virginia, Appalachian Aggregates, LLC supplies stone for ready-mix concrete, asphalt pavement, roadways, commercial buildings, as well as the private markets. Appalachian Aggregates, LLC prides itself on its ability to provide services to many customers in various geographical locations. In addition, by being a part of the CRH Americas family, we are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that come together to form CRH Americas. CRH Americas is the number one asphalt producer, the third-largest aggregates producer, and one of the top 5 ready mixed concrete producers in the United States. CRH Americas operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.  

Job Description Summary

·         Effectively diagnose and repair equipment and Class 8 heavy vehicles, perform preventative maintenance on fleet. Complete related reports and paperwork, order parts, operate and maintain and supply your own suitable work tools. (We provide company specialty tools for usage while in shop)

Requirements

·         Maintain proper certifications needed to perform the job

·         Work on an array of mechanical issues as related to ready mix concrete equipment including, but not limited to: entire fleet of vehicles, hydraulics, electrical, etc.

·         Keep all equipment in good working condition

·         Repair and replace damaged or worn parts

·         Dismantle and reassemble equipment using hoists and hand tools

·         Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles

·         Read and understand operating manuals, schematic, and technical drawings

·         Keep up with good housekeeping procedures

·         Maintain a clean driving record in the event you are called upon to drive a company vehicle

·         Make any and all repairs to equipment on an as need basis

·         Able to provide information to supervisors and co-workers

·         Able to work and communicate effectively with all levels of co-workers

·         Demonstrate basic computer knowledge

·         Able to learn company specific applications

·         Must be able to work days, evenings, and weekends

·         Must have class B or higher CDL license or the ability to obtain a CDL license within 6 months of employment

Preferences

·         Vocational or technical training: diesel equipment, heavy equipment

Education/Experience

·         High school diploma or GED

·         1 to 3 years of experience in maintenance

·         CDL Class B or higher preferred, required within 6 months of employment offer

Reasoning Ability

·         Able to identify, define and resolve problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions 

·         Able to interpret an extensive variety of instructions in mathematical, written or oral form 

·         Able to deal with several abstract and concrete variables

·         Able to interpret written and oral instructions, and to read, analyze and interpret, operating & maintenance instructions or regulations

Physical Demands

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.  

·         Able to talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to manipulate objects, or controls

·         Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus

·         Must be able to work in and indoor and outdoor environment

·         Able to work in all weather conditions

·         Able to move/carry objects up to 50 lbs.

 

Work Environment

·         While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals

·         The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places outside weather conditions; and risk of electrical shock or burn

·         The noise level in some areas of the work environment may be loud

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay


• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs


• Group retirement savings program


• Health and wellness programs


• An 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.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Appalachian Aggregates, LLC, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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