Department: Hamburg Shop

Reporting to: Management

Job Summary: Wm. Mueller & Sons has an opening for a full-time, experienced Shop Mechanic | Field Technician to work on heavy equipment and truck repairs in a shop environment and in the field. This role requires strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities:

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical issues on heavy equipment and machinery, including construction machinery.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair complete tractor and trailer including truck engine, power train, and chassis.
• Conduct routine maintenance and inspections to ensure equipment operates efficiently and safely.
• Utilize diagnostic tools and equipment to identify and resolve mechanical problems.
• Disassemble and reassemble machinery components as needed for repairs.
• Replace faulty parts and perform necessary adjustments or alignments.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks, such as lubrication, filter changes, and fluid checks.
• Keep detailed records of service and repairs performed, including parts used and labor hours.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and regulations.

Qualifications:

• 2+ year technical degree or high school diploma/GED and 1-3 years of comparable mechanic experience
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Familiarity with diagnostic tools and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Working knowledge of hydraulics, transmissions, undercarriage, track systems, components, electrical, and fuel systems
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and DOT inspection knowledge preferred
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Effective communication skills and ability to provide clear instructions and explanations.
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Own mechanic tool set
• Ability to maintain safe and clean work environment
• Must have a clean driving record. Must pass a drug test

Minimum Physical Requirements:

• Push/pull up to 50 lbs
• Lift/carry up to 60 lbs
• Lift bulky objects
• Standing, walking, using hands, talking, hearing, neck rotation, trunk rotation, stair climbing, ladder climbing, repetitive bending, kneeling, sustained squat, forward reaching, overhead reaching, supine overhead reaching, crawling, bin lift, high steps, fingering/grasping.
• Working Conditions may be indoor and/or outdoor. Noise level may be loud at times.