Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic - Brownsville Job at SMS Mill Services, LLC., Brownsville, TX

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  • SMS Mill Services, LLC.
  • Brownsville, TX

Job Description

SMS Shipbreaking, LLC is one of the few approved ship recyclers in the nation and also handles the dismantling and recycling of oil drilling rigs and oil production platforms. An industry prioritizing recycling and environmental/workers’ safety and handling all operations with integrity. SMS in Brownsville, TX is seeking a  highly skilled and safety-focused  Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Inspect, diagnose, and repair of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic problems on heavy equipment including loaders, excavators, cranes, forklifts, heavy duty trucks, diesel powered generators, and other heavy-duty equipment.
  • Service heavy equipment in accordance with preventative maintenance schedules.
  • Troubleshoot and repair computerized and electronic control systems using diagnostic equipment.
  • Perform welding repairs and fabrication.
  • Sheet metal work.
  • Perform tire changes and tire repairs on heavy equipment.
  • Assist with repairs of automobiles and pickup trucks.
  • Operate all shop tools and equipment for repairing and/or fabricating parts.
  • Small engine diagnostic and repair.
  • Keep maintenance shop work areas and tools clean, organized, and in good working order.
  • Perform regular and preventative maintenance on all pieces of equipment.
  • Conduct thorough equipment inspections and accurately document repairs.
  • Maintain work orders and service schedules.

Requirements

  • Knowledge of the standard practices and procedures, theories of operation, materials, tools, and equipment used in the troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of heavy equipment, including diesel and gasoline engines, transmissions, hydraulics, and all systems/components of equipment.
  • Knowledge of the procedures related to the repair of diesel and gasoline fuel systems and hydraulic systems.
  • Good understanding of DC electrical systems, and computer/electronic controls.
  • Ensure adherence to company safety policies.
  • Be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds consistently and stand for long periods of time.
  • Able to work in tight spaces for prolonged periods.
  • Knowledge of welding.
  • Knowledge of electrical components and systems.
  • The ability to work with co-workers, outside agencies, and vendors in a professional manner.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of experience maintaining and servicing heavy diesel equipment.
  • The ability to read, understand, and follow detailed service manuals; and interpret schematics, electrical, hydraulic, and other types of schematics of flow charts.
  • Welding skills. Experience with cutting torches. Major and minor welding fabrications and repairs.

Physical Demands

  • Ability to walk more than 1000 yards
  • stand for extended periods of time
  • ability to lift and carry no more than 50 lbs.
  • climb stairs and/or ladders
  • stooping; crawling; reaching; handling
  • pushing; pulling; twisting; kneeling; squatting
  • seeing; speaking; hearing.

Working Conditions

Required to work outside in all kinds of weather or in buildings without heating or air conditioning.

Hazards

Heat, rain, fire, burns, falls, noise, heights, air particles, inhalation, falling objects and splashes

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of roles and responsibilities that are required of you, the employee, for this job. Roles and responsibilities, physical demands, working conditions and hazards may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Information

  • Paid Holidays (10 Days) / Dias Feriados Pagados (10 dias)
  • Cross Training Opportunities / Oportunidades de Entrenamiento

SMS Shipbreaking, LLC is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. SMS Shipbreaking, LLC makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

 

Job Tags

Full time, Apprenticeship, Local area,

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