Undercarriage Technician

Undercarriage Technician

Ridgeland, SC, US, 29936

Cleland Site Prep, has been servicing the Low Country of South Carolina and Georgia since 1970. Our impressive team of project managers, engineers, estimators, superintendents, and foreman has the knowledge and skills to provide clients with consistent, quality work. Cleland has been instrumental in developing the Hilton Head Island and the surrounding areas. Our crews are supplied with the tools to get the job done right, whether we are clearing, demolishing, paving, or providing any of our wide range of services. We want you to advance your career by joining the team that delivers quality results every time! As a Cleland Site Prep employee, you'll have the leadership and resources to make a difference- while enjoying CRH benefits such as healthcare and paid holidays.

Primary Functions of the Undercarriage Technician:

Undercarriage Technician is responsible for the preparation, assembly and replacement of associated track components on earth moving equipment.

Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Safely secure machines for undercarriage tasks.
• Remove and install rail assemblies.
• Remove, repair and install track adjustment components.
• Operate impact tools to remove and install track pad, idlers, rock guards and rollers.
• Clean and grind components for installation.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments while maintaining a safe work environment and safe work habits.
• Maintain records and account for all time, parts, and supplies used in repairing tracks.
• Perform all tasks assigned by management.
• Prepare all reports and forms required in conjunction with job assignments.
• Report to Shop Management any additional work required to ensure proper operation and safety of equipment.
• Maintain a clean work area and perform work in a neat and orderly fashion.
• Bring to the attention of the Shop Management any shop tools, equipment or vehicles that are not in a serviceable condition or are unsafe to use.
• Operate equipment with care and caution.
• Maintain and care for shop tools, equipment, vehicles, and other employees' belongings.
• Reports to work on time, as scheduled.
• Ability to work up to 12-hour shifts, varying shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to operate company vehicles and follow all motor vehicle state safety laws.

The Undercarriage Technician will be responsible for some, or all the functions and duties listed. These duties 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.

Qualifications:

• Valid Driver's License and maintain a clean driving record.
• Pass Pre employment Drug Screen
• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely around shop and job sites.

Education, Skill, and/or Experience Requirements:

• Ability to communicate effectively with teammates.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Must be able to self-manage / self-motivate.
• Flexible schedule (weekends or overtime).
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, schematics, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to describe 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.

Work Environment:

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

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Ability to work using Personal Protective Equipment, including respirators, welding shields, hard hats, vests, safety glasses, goggles, gloves 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 as needed on all equipment.
• Able to climb onto or down from construction equipment, typically 3-4 feet of climbing, for service and inspection.
• The employee is frequently required to lift or carry loads greater 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.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You:

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH:

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Cleland Site Prep, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.