Job Description

Purpose:
Under general supervision, the Mechanic II/Boom Inspector performs inspections, structural repairs, diagnostics, rebuilding, and testing of boom-mounted concrete pumping equipment to ensure structural integrity, quality, safety, and proper functionality of all units.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze, diagnose, and troubleshoot equipment brought in for repair.
• Determine the most cost-effective repair method and make repair recommendations to the Production Manager or customer.
• Identify, gather, and install the appropriate parts needed for repairs.
• Connect hydraulic lines and fill systems with oil in preparation for testing.
• Prepare trucks for sub-frame assembly by disassembling, measuring, repositioning, installing parts, and reassembling units according to procedures.
• Test assembled parts and products to confirm they function properly and meet quality standards.
• Follow all workplace health and safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in good condition.
• Perform other reasonably similar or related duties as assigned.
• Perform welding repairs on structural members that include booms, outriggers, pedestals and all supporting structures, as per SAIE standard
• Weld using proper pre-heated welding rod
• Grind all welds notch free
• Conduct cleanup of work area
• Take photo documentation of discontinuity before and after repair and e-mail photos to engineering along with any other relevant documentation
• Perform a complete and thorough boom inspection
• Visually inspect all welded members for cracks or any other deformations. Use dye-penetrate or mag-partical test when in doubt
• Check all bearings, bushings, pins, gear lash and bearing tipping to make sure they are all within tolerance
• Frequent contact with customers to set up inspections and repair
• Make own travel arrangements
• Order parts for repairs when needed
• Provide technical help where needed
• Complete boom inspection and service reports as required
• Submit internal billing and expense reports in a timely manner

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Formal training beyond high school, such as auto repair certification or associate degree, preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of mechanical experience.
• Heavy mechanical equipment experience preferred.
• Familiarity with hydraulic, electrical, gas, and diesel systems.
• Ability to read blueprints, hydraulic schematics, and electrical schematics.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, interpersonal, and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer skills for looking up work instructions, tracking labor, and completing related tasks.
• Obtain welding certification by passing welding tests conducted by the Quality Control department
• Must have knowledge in American weld symbols
• Qualified to AWS D1.1 in positions and processes required
• Qualified to AWS Butt and Fillets 1G, 2F GMAW
• Qualified to GMAW, PC position and FCAW-PC Butts
• All welders must be capable of passing Jager Eye examination, annually
• Possess a high degree of interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Computer savvy with proficiency in Microsoft Office products, SAP, and online applications