Job Description
Additional Locations: Greater Charlotte Area
Primary Locations: NC, Charlotte, 6039 McDaniel Ln., 28213, NC, Charlotte, 217 & 223 Brookside Lane , 28262
Requisition ID: 190598
Position Overview
Davey Tree Expert Co. is looking for experienced [5yr.min] diesel / gas ,medium- heavy duty truck and forestry equipment road mechanic. Employee will have roughly a 30-day training period [time may vary with amount of experience] before released on the road. This is a physically demanding, hands-on position. Overtime will be required during hurricane season . Some Saturdays will be required due to your workload.
Job Duties
Responsible for equipment maintenance in the Greater Charlotte Area.
You will be repairing trucks, Aerial units, chippers, tractors, tree cutters. stump grinders and all other forestry equipment. Training will be provided as needed
Repair work could consist of clutch, rear differential, transmission, turbo, etc. replacement in the field.
Welding will be required.
Communicating with the account managers and account GFs for scheduling work for each week.
Locating parts for equipment to be repaired
Filling out labor and parts forms plus time reports each week and emailing.
Keeping inventory parts on service truck.
You will be trained on aerial lift bucket trucks from diagnosing hydraulic leaks to yearly annual inspection.
Annual DOT inspections on all required equipment
Possibly 3-4 days away from home, based on your home base location if more than 1.5hrs away.
Average 50-60hrs per week (more for storm work)
Home mostly every weekend (excluding storm work)
Qualifications
Must have a CDL A or B !
Must not have a fear of heights [aerial reaches up to 75']
Must have full complete set of tools including air or battery tools, Davey will supply all specialty tools
Must be able to understand hydraulic and wiring schematics
Must have experience in performing DOT annual inspections
Must have some welding experience
Must be experience with diagnostic software to trouble shooting diagnostic codes and computer literacy required.
Additional Information
What We Offer: *
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Opportunities for advancement
- All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
- Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options
- Group Health Plan
- Employee referral bonus program
- Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas
- Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers
- Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
- Charitable matching gift program
*all listed benefits available to eligible employees
Company Overview
Invest in your future. Join one of the largest employee owned companies in the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchange of ideas, community partnerships, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.
We are currently looking to add a dynamic Mechanic to our passionate team of tree care professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!
Divisional Overview
The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.
The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.
If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com.
Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 50%
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The Davey Tree Expert Company, is a North American leader in the Urban Forestry, Tree Care, Utility Line Clearing, Grounds Management and Natural Resources Consulting industries, with operations throughout the United States and Canada. The Davey Resource Group provides consulting, system & environmental assessments, and data management resources to utility, municipal and private customers. Career Opportunities exist in multiple segments, with positions from entry-level, non-degreed to experienced with degree.
Davey Tree is Employee Owned, an Equal Opportunity Employer, offering excellent compensation, full benefit programs & 401K, and ability to buy company stock. Visit WWW.DAVEY.COM to learn more about Davey Tree.
