Mechanic-Highway at Penhall International in Dallas, Texas

Job Description:

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Penhall Company has been shaping the future of concrete services for over 65 years. As the nation's leader in concrete cutting, coring, scanning, and demolition, and ranked 3rd in Demolition by ENR's 2023 Top Specialty Contractors, we deliver more than just expertise-we deliver results. With safety at the core of our operations and state-of-the-art technology in our hands, we ensure every project is executed with precision, efficiency, and care.



Position Description



Main Purpose:



The Penhall Company has an immediate opening for a Mechanic to join our team. We are looking for a Highway Mechanic with experience working with Rental Equipment, excavators, wheel loaders, skid steers, backhoes, trucks. In this position you will perform the day-to-day maintenance and repair on heavy industrial construction equipment. Service truck will be provided.



Key Relationships:



Foreman, Superintendent, Drivers, Operators, other skilled laborers



Specific Role Responsibilities:

• Maintain a safe working environment. Provide high quality control standards while maintaining high levels of equipment readiness.


• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair a variety of heavy industrial construction equipment (both diesel & gas powered). Service Truck Provided


• Carry out preventative maintenance and repair programs. Maintain effective equipment maintenance schedules and records on all company equipment and tools.


• Assist Maintenance Manager in the repair and fabrication of equipment by performing basic to advanced welding techniques (MIG, TIG, ARC).


• Analyze parts and supply stock to ensure an adequate and cost-effective inventory


• Identify and work with outside specialty shops (machine, hydraulic, electrical, etc.) to perform special or time effective work when needed.


• Act as technical expert and advise personnel when to take equipment out of service due to mechanical problems.


• Monitor equipment and tool warranty programs to ensure warranty claims are forwarded to Asset Manager for processing


• Assist in maintaining all corporate equipment files including inventory, repair and maintenance, etc.


• Perform additional assignments as requested by supervisors

Travel:

• Travel required

Position Requirements



Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong project management and organizational skills.


• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management abilities.


• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.


• Strong customer service orientation, with the ability to address client needs effectively.


• Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing project demands.


• Working knowledge of OSHA Construction Safety Standards.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other related software.

Essential Core Competencies:

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  Relationship Management: Proven ability to develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients.


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  Collaboration: Strong team player with the ability to work across departments to achieve common goals.


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  Communication: Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.


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  Customer Focus: Commitment to understanding and meeting customer needs.


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  Builds Networks: Actively develops networks of professional contacts to drive business success.


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  Being Resilient: Ability to remain positive and motivated in the face of challenges.


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  Situational Adaptability: Ability to adjust approach and behavior to fit the dynamic needs of projects, clients, and the organization.


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  Ensures Accountability: Holding oneself and others accountable to meet commitments.


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  Drives Results: Consistently achieving results, even under challenging circumstances.

• 3 - 5 years' experience working with heavy industrial construction equipment. Familiarity with grinding and grooving concrete construction equipment a plus. Technical training in equipment repair and operation or equivalent combination of technical training and experience will be considered.


• Previous experience working with diesel engines, electrical and hydraulic repair is a must.


• Diamond blade equipment service and repair a plus.


• Experienced in basic to advanced welding techniques (MIG, TIG, ARC) is a must.


• Must possess practical knowledge of the function, operation, and maintenance of construction equipment.


• Work in inclement weather in and around repair facility.


• Ability to work both days / nights, weekends, extended hours, and overtime as needed.


• Strong construction technical skills and knowledge required


• Strong sense of urgency with a focus on quality and safety.


• Physical exertion required. Including, but not limited to, walking, standing, stooping, bending and lifting up to 90 pounds.


• Basic computer literacy working with MS Office (Excel, Word) and email a plus.


• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.


• Basic to intermediate arithmetic skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer



Legal Disclaimer:



Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.


Penhall Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, compensation inquiries, discussions or disclosures, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. (41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a))



This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required. Penhall Company reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other responsibilities as necessary. Apply Now