Reeves Construction is seeking an experienced Shop Mechanic based in Albany, GA location responsible for the repair, diagnosis, overhaul, and reconditioning maintenance of company heavy equipment and OTR components. Qualified candidate will be responsible for some, or all the functions and duties listed below. These repairs may require working hours in addition to the normal work schedule for emergency calls or routine service as required. This job description does not include a complete listing of all the duties and functions of the position. Management reserves the right to assign other duties or projects as necessary.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. (Other duties may be assigned)

• Follow all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments while maintaining a safe work environment and safe work habits.
• Recondition, repair, service, and assemble any machines/industrial equipment.
• Diagnose problems and determine what repairs are needed.
• Perform any inspections as required.
• Check and report any shortages and malfunctions to the Shop Forman.
• Maintain records and account for all time, parts, and supplies used in repairing and servicing equipment.
• Complete dis-assembly and inspection, as efficiently as possible, so parts may be ordered, and machine work can be scheduled promptly.
• Perform all service tasks as assigned by the Shop Foreman.
• Prepare all reports and forms required in conjunction with job assignments.
• Report to Shop Foreman any additional work required to ensure proper operation and safety of equipment.
• Participate in service training programs required for development of skills and knowledge.
• Maintain a clean work area and perform work in a neat and orderly fashion.
• Bring to the attention of the Shop Foreman any shop tools, equipment or vehicle that is not in a serviceable condition or is unsafe to use.
• Operate trucks and equipment with extreme care and caution.
• Maintain and care for shop tools, equipment, vehicles, and other employeeas belongings.
• Reports to work on time, as scheduled.
• Ability to work up to 12-hour days, varying shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to operate company vehicles and follow all motor vehicle state safety laws.
• Must supply own tools.

The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Valid Driveras License and maintain a clean driving record.
• Pass a DOT physical and drug screening.
• Knowledge of industrial and OTR equipment maintenance and operation.
• Ability to perform basic repairs and required maintenance using special tools and equipment following Technical Manual procedures
• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely around shop.

• Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school or a minimum of 2 years related experience and/or equivalent combination (preferred).
• Stay current with technical changes.
• Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively with teammates.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Must be able to self-manage/self-motivate.
• Flexible schedule (sometimes weekends or overtime).
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, schematics, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write diagnosis and work completed on routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to apply basic mechanical principles to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Develop skills in disassembly, assembly and repair of components and machines.
• Quick learner with the ability to think out of the box.
• Bilingual a plus.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee regularly works in a service shop setting and is exposed to frequently changing temperatures, wet or humid conditions, noise, vibration, fumes, odors, dust, and close proximity to moving mechanical parts.

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continuously required to:

• Ability to work using Personal Protective Equipment, including respirators, welding shields, hard hats, vests, safety glasses, goggles, gloves and etc.
• Ability to use full range of motion for back, arms, hands, and fingers.
• Able to use full range of motion for both legs, including climbing, twisting, squatting, and pushing with both legs.
• Able to use hand tools, fuel hoses, lubrication systems on all equipment
• Able to climb onto or down from mobile construction equipment, typically 3-4 feet of climbing, for service and inspection.
• The employee is frequently required to lift or carry loads greater than 50 lbs but less than 75 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance and color vision.
• The employee is regularly required to talk or hear at moderate noise levels.

Competitive pay & comprehensive benefits include paid holidays, vacation, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, group health plan options (incl. medical, dental & vision, HSA, FSA), short term disability benefits & 401(k)/401(k) Roth w/company match.

**This Organization Participates in E-Verify**
**Drug-Free Workplace**