Company LogoOverviewKeller Foundations, Inc. is a leading drilled foundation, earth retention, and geotechnical specialty contractor with offices located throughout the United States. Keller routinely develops innovative, practical, and cost-effective solutions to challenging geotechnical problems for its customers. As the leader in Geotechnical we are constantly looking to expand our team and find personal that are willing to grow within our company.
Keller is actively searching for a qualified Field Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join our successful geotechnical construction team in the Central region.
ResponsibilitiesMore experienced applicants will have experience with heavy drill rigs (Klemm, SoilMec, and or Watson) used in geotechnical construction, concrete pumps, air compressors, generators, and other heavy diesel equipment. The safe operation of basic heavy equipment including forklifts, wheeled front end loaders, and excavators is also a plus, along with holding a valid CDL license.
The position requires extensive travel around the Central Region: TX, LA, OK, KS.
In addition to above mentioned responsibilities, applicants will be expected to perform basic labor tasks when not assigned to typical mechanic operations. These labor tasks may require extensive physical activity at times.
QualificationsQualified candidates must have or be:- Hands-on mechanic experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Heavy Equipment Repairs
- Self-motivated and willing to travel
- Diagnosis and troubleshooting
- Strong in Electrical and hydraulic systems
- Electric and hydraulic schematic reading and navigation
- Pilot system circuits
- E-Stop systems
- Machine maintenance
- Operating controls and functions
- Ability to work in a team environment with interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to perform physical labor and other strenuous physical tasks; to include frequent bending, kneeling and lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs
- Comfortable working outdoors in a high-stress environment with extreme weather fluctuations
- Ability to work in confined and cluttered spaces
- Capable of climbing and keeping balance on uneven areas
- Prior OSHA, First Aid, and/or Safety Training preferred
- Specific experience working on equipment typically found in geotechnical construction is a plus
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