Mechanic

North American Rail Solutions (NARS) is seeking an experienced Heavy Machinery Mechanic to ensure company equipment and machinery are in full working order and ready for use. The qualified candidate will own his own tools and like to work outdoors.  

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures company equipment, machinery, and small tools are in full working order and ready for use on a daily basis.
• Performs general industrial maintenance, preventative maintenance on equipment in the shop and occasionally onsite.
• Responsible for coordinating repair schedule with operations team, minimizing downtime.
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and making repairs to all shop equipment and machinery.
• Coordinates maintenance repairs with outside vendors if needed.
• Keeps maintenance area in clean orderly condition, with all tools and equipment in good working order.
• Tracks equipment maintenance logs, ensuring that routine preventative maintenance is performed timely.
• Communicates to managers and operational leaders when equipment is damaged or requires repairs due to misuse.
• Ensures equipment appearance is clean and company logos are prominently placed.
• All other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalency, Required

Work Experience Required:

• 5 years’ operations and/or heavy machinery maintenance experience 
• Knowledge of rail maintenance and/or commercial construction operations, preferred
• Familiar with a variety of heavy machinery and tools utilized in the construction industry.

Skills & Knowledge Required:

• Organized with attention to detail
• Excellent planning and time management abilities
• Ability to repair tools, welding machines, and other plan equipment
• Ability to read precision instruments, gauges and electrical multimeters
• Capable use of hand and power tools, including pneumatic tools
• Ability to multitask effectively