Mechanic, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

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Richmond, VA
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Full-Time/Regular

The Mechanic will be responsible for lubricating machinery, performing preventive maintenance on all equipment and tools, and ensuring all potential safety issues are brought to the attention of supervising staff.

• Core Attributes:
  • Grit and Resiliency – We dig deep to figure out how to make things happen no matter how impossible it seems. We never give up. We take on challenges that nobody else can do.
  • Comradery and Inspirational – We are a hard‑working team of likeminded individuals working toward a common goal. We celebrate wins and have fun at work and at play.
  • Driven and Competitive – We love competition, win, and learn when we lose. Not getting the job done is not an option.
  • Trustworthy and Respectful – We value honesty, authenticity, and transparency. No lies, drama, or politics. Constructive conflict is treated with respect.
  • Ownership and Accountability – When something goes wrong, we look in the mirror before looking out the window and seek continuous improvement.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license

• 2+ years in the Heavy Equipment Maintenance industry or an educational degree in Diesel-related technical courses preferred

• Thorough understanding of machines and tools used
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Knowledge of heavy equipment and non‑mobile or light‑duty vehicles preventive maintenance
• Knowledge of lubrication procedures for heavy and light equipment common to construction and oilfield service industries
• Ability to maintain preventative maintenance records
• Ability to work closely with mechanics
• Ability to give and receive oral safety warnings, instructions, and task assignments
• Ability to use hand and power tools
• Ability to read and understand job descriptions, safety/technical manuals, and warning signs
• Ability and willingness to wear safety shoes, hearing protection, respirators, face shields, and additional personal protective equipment

• Lubricates moving parts of heavy equipment throughout the facility
• Changes oil in machine reservoirs; cleans and replaces oil filters
• Ensures automatic lubrication equipment operates correctly, replacing empty drums or malfunctioning lines
• Fills automatic dispensers, oil cans, and oil cups
• Identifies machines and equipment requiring repair or maintenance through provided work orders and specifications
• Identifies when and what type of preventive maintenance is required for heavy equipment; performs the maintenance, reporting any need for additional maintenance or repairs to supervisor
• Completes logs, reports, or other documentation related to installation, replacement, modification, or changing of machine parts and attachments
• Removes superfluous oil and grease from machinery, tools, and floor
• Complies with applicable federal, state, and company laws, regulations, and guidelines regarding health, safety, and environmental protection
• Performs other related duties as assigned

• Prolonged periods standing, crouching, bending, climbing, stooping, reaching, twisting, pushing, and pulling
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time

• $25–$35 per hour (pay commensurate with experience and qualifications)

Ballard offers a strong benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer match, and more when eligible.

Ballard Marine Construction, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status. A reasonable accommodation will be considered for qualified individuals with a disability if it does not create an undue hardship for the company, consistent with the ADA as amended.

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