Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Belle Chasse

We are an equal opportunity employer offering a competitive salary and benefit package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401(K) match, and paid vacation/holiday/personal days.1st shift hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00am - 4:00pm.POSITION OBJECTIVE: The Heavy Equipment Mechanic diagnoses, adjusts, repairs, or overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment, such as winches, diesel and electric hydraulic power units, spoolers, cranes, forklifts, and vehicles. Work may be done on both Rasmussen or customer owned equipment in a Rasmussen shop or in the field. Heavy Equipment Mechanics will sometimes provide technical expertise & advice to customers and other Rasmussen team members.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Consistently use appropriate PPE for all tasks to maintain a safe work environmentRepair and replace damaged or worn parts.Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturer specifications.Operate and inspect machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects.Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools.Overhaul and test machines or equipment to ensure operating efficiency.Repair, rewire, and troubleshoot electrical systems.Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices.Weld or solder broken parts and structural members, using electric or gas welders and soldering tools.Adjust, maintain, and repair or replace subassemblies, such as transmissions, hydraulic systems components, and fuel systems, using hand tools, jacks, cranes, and power tools.Install, maintain, diagnose issues and repair of industrial diesel engines.Perform additional duties as assigned to support operationsPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 80 pounds.Standing and walking for extended periodsFrequent use of hands to handle and grip objectsBend and reach with hands and armsOperate foot controls as neededOccasionally climb ladders, stooping, kneeling, squatting, crouching, and crawlingThis role also requires the ability to communicate effectively, including talking and hearing.Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 80 pounds.Standing and walking for extended periodsFrequent use of hands to handle and grip objectsBend and reach with hands and armsOperate foot controls as neededOccasionally climb ladders, stooping, kneeling, squatting, crouching, and crawlingThis role also requires the ability to communicate effectively, including talking and hearing.Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.