Heavy Duty​/Equipment

Heavy Duty / Equipment Mechanic

Suit-Kote Corporation

Suit-Kote Corporation, a leading asphalt products manufacturer and road construction and maintenance and asphalt application engineering company, is seeking qualified auto and heavy equipment mechanics.

• Diagnose and repair electrical, cooling, computer fuel, emissions, and hydraulic systems on HD trucks and trailers.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, cooling, computer, emissions, fuel and hydraulic systems specialized on construction equipment (ie. chippers, pavers, rollers, mills, etc.).
• Follow paper‑flow procedures, including documenting correct mileage/hours and safety procedures and complete and maintain maintenance records and job orders.
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, safety inspections, brake repairs, and lubricating equipment.
• Examine vehicles and equipment to determine if additional safety or repair work is needed.

• Supply own tool set for heavy highway construction equipment.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in industry or heavy‑duty training.
• Physical organization and time management.
• Must have or be willing to obtain an OSHA 10‑hour Safety Certificate.
• Basic welding knowledge/experience.
• Willing to report to on‑site repair orders.
• Ability to work in a team setting.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with team members.

• Flexibility in hours – overtime and weekend hours may be necessary.
• Passing a pre‑employment drug and alcohol screening is required and a background check will be conducted.
• Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds.
• Observe and comply with necessary PPE requirements.
• Must be able to work in a noisy area with many odors present.
• Bending, stretching, stooping, kneeling, crawling and squatting.

• NYS Inspector's License.
• Commercial Driver's License.
• Obtain or willingness to obtain a Medical Card.
• Ability to operate manual transmission or be willing to learn.
• Ability to read and understand SDS.
• Air brake certified.
• Previous industry equipment training.
• Willingness to obtain company provided forklift training.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Basic math skills.

$25 - $45 per hour.

Suit‑Kote offers competitive wages, paid time off, and a growth‑oriented work environment. We extend employer‑paid medical and dental benefits, as well as employer‑paid life insurance to all full‑time employees. Road‑call differential pay available. Personnel are eligible for participation in our 401(k) plan as well as supplemental benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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