Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic - Brownsville

Between $14.01 and

$19.00

Per Hour

DOE (Depends on Experience)

Position range in Cameron County $16.57 - $27.75 Per hour

Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic - Brownsville

ALL STAR METALS LLC

Occupation: Industrial Machinery Mechanics

Location: Brownsville, TX - 78521

Positions available: 1

Job #: 16845939

Source: WorkInTexas

Posted: 4/1/2025

Updated: 5/14/2025

Expires: 7/1/2025

Web Site: WorkInTexas

Onsite / Remote: Work onsite all of the time

Job Type: Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift

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Work Onsite

Full Time

Education

Vocational School Certificate

Experience

60 Month(s)

Language

English, Well

Schedule

Full Time

Job Type

Regular

Duration

Permanent Employment

Shift

Day Shift

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Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic

Duties and Responsibilities

Inspect, diagnose, and repair of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic problems on heavy equipment including loaders, excavators, cranes, forklifts, heavy duty trucks, diesel powered generators, and other heavy-duty equipment.

Service heavy equipment in accordance with preventative maintenance schedules.

Troubleshoot and repair computerized and electronic control systems using diagnostic equipment.

Perform welding repairs and fabrication.

Sheet metal work.

Perform tire changes and tire repairs on heavy equipment.

Assist with repairs of automobiles and pickup trucks.

Operate all shop tools and equipment for repairing and/or fabricating parts.

Small engine diagnostic and repair.

Keep maintenance shop work areas and tools clean, organized, and in good working order.

Perform regular and preventative maintenance on all pieces of equipment.

Conduct thorough equipment inspections and accurately document repairs.

Maintain work orders and service schedules.

Requirements

Knowledge of the standard practices and procedures, theories of operation, materials, tools, and equipment used in the troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of heavy equipment, including diesel and gasoline engines, transmissions, hydraulics, and all systems/components of equipment.

Knowledge of the procedures related to the repair of diesel and gasoline fuel systems and hydraulic systems.

Good understanding of DC electrical systems, and computer/electronic controls.

Ensure adherence to company safety policies.

Be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds consistently and stand for long periods of time.

Able to work in tight spaces for prolonged periods.

Knowledge of welding.

Knowledge of electrical components and systems.

The ability to work with co-workers, outside agencies, and vendors in a professional manner.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of experience maintaining and servicing heavy diesel equipment.

The ability to read, understand, and follow detailed service manuals; and interpret schematics, electrical, hydraulic, and other types of schematics of flow charts.

Welding skills. Experience with cutting torches. Major and minor welding fabrications and repairs.

Physical Demands

Ability to walk more than 1000 yards

stand for extended periods of time

ability to lift and carry no more than 50 lbs.

climb stairs and/or ladders

stooping; crawling; reaching; handling

pushing; pulling; twisting; kneeling; squatting

seeing; speaking; hearing.

Working Conditions

Required to work outside in all kinds of weather or in buildings without heating or air conditioning.

Hazards

Heat, rain, fire, burns, falls, noise, heights, air particles, inhalation, falling objects and splashes

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of roles and responsibilities that are required of you, the employee, for this job. Roles and responsibilities, physical demands, working conditions and hazards may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Information

Paid Holidays (10 Days) / Dias Feriados Pagados (10 dias)

Cross Training Opportunities / Oportunidades de Entrenamiento

Scrap Metal Services, LLC is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Scrap Metal Services, LLC makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

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