Shop Mechanic I - Large Equipment

With a career at The Home Depot, you can be yourself and also be part of something bigger.Position Purpose:The Shop Mechanic I - Large Equipment is responsible for basic repairs, preventative maintenance, pre-delivery inspections (PDI), and deployment of machines in the rental fleet. Examples of machines that they service may include earth-moving, aerial, landscaping, material handling, and more. This mechanic is required to perform the regular preventative maintenance of equipment to ensure that it remains in rental-ready condition, and is less likely to experience breakdowns on the job site. The Shop Mechanic I - Large Equipment is also referred to as the Shop Tech I.Key Responsibilities:10% Administrative Work - Documents all work performed on tablet technology, including completion of work orders to capture parts usage and labor, performing parts inventory counts, etc; Checks GPS units on equipment and ensures they are activated and properly checking in, and troubleshoots with IT team as needed; Rescues equipment from job sites as needed20% Perform Inspections - Performs aerial lift inspections according to required checklist; Cleans equipment and trailers30% Perform PMs and PDIs - Performs preventive maintenance (PMs) on equipment according to prescribed schedule/maintenance intervals; Performs pre-delivery inspections (PDIs) on equipment and trailers to ensure rental readiness prior to deploying to a store30% Perform Troubleshooting & Repairs - Performs troubleshooting and repairs on small engines, including fuel systems, oil and air filtration systems, ignition systems, etc; Changes wheels, tracks, and tires on machines and trailers; Performs maintenance and repairs on trailers10% Safety - Follows shop safety protocol, including proper storage of supplies and fuel, proper disposal of waste oils and fluids, and proper lifting and moving of materials and equipment; Safely operates forklift to load, unload, and move equipment and materials in the shop and yardDirect Manager/Direct Reports:This position reports to Rental Regional ManagerThis position has 0 Direct ReportsTravel Requirements:Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.Physical Requirements:Must continuously stand or walk or regularly requires lifting/handling/carrying material or equipment of moderate weight (8-20 pounds).Working Conditions:Typically in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noise, and fumes which cause noticeable discomfort or a moderate risk of accident or illness.Minimum Qualifications:Must be eighteen years of age or older.Must be legally permitted to work in the United Qualifications:Ability to convey complex or technical ideas and processes in easy-to-understand terms to diverse audiencesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsMinimum Education:The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diploma and/or GED.Preferred Education:No additional educationMinimum Years of Work Experience:3Preferred Years of Work Experience:No additional years of experienceMinimum Leadership Experience:NonePreferred Leadership Experience:NoneCertifications:NoneCompetencies:Action OrientedDecision QualityTech SavvyCommunicates EffectivelyCustomer Focus

Created: 2024-11-05