Mechanic

Acadian Contractors, Inc.
United States, Louisiana, Abbeville
Apr 04, 2025
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Description Incumbents perform skilled work in the repair and modification of diesel and gas-powered construction equipment, heavy and light trucks, and automobiles. Mechanics employ their preventative maintenance knowledge and troubleshooting skills to prevent breakdowns and diagnose and repair heavy equipment. Perform minor and moderately complex mechanical work. Follow regulation and industry standard for the repair and maintenance of equipment. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of co-workers Perform in an outside environment to include inclement weather and temperatures Proficient in the theory and operation of internal combustion engines and drive train components. The methods, tools and equipment used to perform preventative maintenance and servicing of automobiles or heavy equipment. Safety practices to be observed when maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment Working knowledge and ability to recognize multiple tools and equipment. Ability to work unsupervised in completion of tasks. Education Preferably high school diploma or equivalent Preferably ASC or NCCER certifications. Experience 5-year experience in maintenance and heavy equipment. Duties Lubricate equipment in accordance with established procedures and charts Loading, unloading, and storing supplies All functions associated with services/checks to all ACI equipment as needed Operate various hand tools, power tools, lawn equipment, chain saws, and power washers to complete function check and diagnostic repairs as directed. Check and change oil, oil filters, fuels and services vehicles and equipment, replaces hoses, belts, water pumps, batteries and similar equipment and parts. Check radiators, fans, antifreeze, water, tires, antifreeze, air pressure. REV: Respond to out of facility mechanical issues as instructed REV: Inspect and safely operate the mechanic tool truck/vehicle as needed while being accountable for the tools on a tracking/inventory log Performs other related work as required and assigned Field all calls from yard ops on equipment repair needs Consult with Division manager before repairing any item that will exceed 50% of replacement cost Consult with Division manager on any item deemed "too costly" to repair before item is discarded. Obtain Division Manager approval before any purchase of shop tools that maybe required. Create weekly log on items worked on in the mechanic shop including assistant Keep mechanic shop clean and in good working condition. HSE Responsibilities Embrace, lead and demonstrate "Acadian F.I.R.S.T." - Vision & Mission Statement as fundamental core values. Demonstrate implementation of the proactive safety processes (JSA, Time Out & TEAM BBS Observations) to achieve an incident free workplace and advance our safety culture. Adhere to all "Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Management System" policies, procedures, safe work & best practices guidance as well as regulatory and client site specific policies and procedures. Make a personal commitment and be accountability for the HSE results, driving towards achievement of HSE goals. Support your team members by coaching, mentoring others to achieve the desired results. Accept and improve when coached and mentored to improve on HSE processes demonstrating ownership of the results of process implementation Conduct daily JSA meeting with dept. personnel as per ACI policy Turn in weekly JSA forms to receptionist to be scanned into file.