Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic

Heavy Mobile Equipment MechanicCome join our team! Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic in Opelika, Alabama. Our employees operate in a culture that values safety first and rewards hard work.

We recognize and support our team culture and focus on growing our team by promoting from within – many of our employees have built their careers with us.What you will do:Troubleshoot, repair and replace damaged or worn partsDismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand toolsTest mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specificationsClean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on vehicles and equipmentRead and understand operating manuals, technical manuals, and technical drawingsFamiliar with hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical propertiesFit bearings to adjust, repair, or overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipmentExamine parts for damage or excessive wear, using micrometers and gaugesAble to troubleshoot electrical faults and read trouble codesWhat you need to be successful:Must have High School Diploma or GEDMust have 5 years verifiable work experience with diesel engines, or relative degreeMust be able to work rotating shifts, willing to work any shiftMinimum age of 18 yearsExcellent safety recordFollow all safety criteria and contribute to the safety programMust be willing and able to work in climate weatherGood written and oral communication skillsGood interpersonal skillsExcellent attendance recordMust be able to lift 50lbsMust have knowledge in the fundamentals of weldingMust successfully complete a skills assessment, pre-employment drug screen, physical, reference check and background checkOur highly competitive compensation package and outstanding benefits include:Benefits starting Day 1Competitive starting payWellness Pay ProgramOn-the-job trainingA culture that strongly believes in promoting from withinMedical/Dental/Vision401K with company matchLife insuranceDisability InsurancePaid vacation and holidaysSafety is one of West Fraser's core values and our employees can expect a challenging, stable work environment with career development opportunitiesApply: No phone inquiries, please. If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, internal promotions, training, safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser: Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world's largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB).

We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company.West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free WorkplaceEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.