Shop Mechanic – Construction Equipment

Job Posted: 2025-04-17
Location:
Newington, CT, US

H.O. Penn Machinery

HIRING IMMEDIATELY

Shop Mechanic – Construction Equipment 

Newington, CT


Pay: $42.06-$47.80/hour (dependent on experience)
Benefits:

    • UNION Shop!
    • Welfare, annuity, pension, and vacation funds
    • Medical/dental/vision insurance
    • Paid company holidays
       

Key qualifications:

  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in troubleshooting and repair of Heavy Construction Equipment, CAT preferred
  • Must be computer proficient to be able to run diagnostic software and prepare service communications
  • Must have strong communication and organization skills and have a high level of self-management
  • Must be able to troubleshoot technical problems, meet or exceed labor repair guidelines, possesses the ability to plan and efficiently complete assigned tasks
  • CDL license a plus
     

Responsibilities:

Successfully provide service of recognized superior value.

  • Troubleshoot problems
  • Efficiently utilize resources to correct problems
  • Document steps taken to correct problems

Maximize the efficient use of service and repair processes to provide fast, accurate service and minimize unnecessary expense.

  • Plan proper repair procedures for efficiency
  • Efficiently utilize tooling and technical resources
  • Continually improve key processes
  • Communicate repair status 

Successfully contribute toward building a culture of safety through completion of all safety initiatives and demonstrating safe work habits.

  • Complete/attend all safety meetings, computer-based safety training, safety audits, and other safety training as assigned
  • Work in a proactive, safe manner in compliance with all safety practices, policies, and training
  • Immediately resolve and/or report all safety issues to supervisor
  • Maintain a clean and safe work area in compliance with all Contamination Control Initiatives

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in troubleshooting and repair of Heavy Construction Equipment, CAT preferred
  • Must be computer proficient to be able to run diagnostic software and prepare service communications
  • Must have strong communication and organization skills and have a high level of self-management
  • Must be able to troubleshoot technical problems, meet or exceed labor repair guidelines, possesses the ability to plan and efficiently complete assigned tasks
  • CDL license a plus
     

Physical Requirements:

  • Standing and walking (including on uneven surfaces)
  • Sitting, body rotation, and forward bending (in both sitting and standing positions)
  • Lifting up to 60 lbs. (machine or team lift for items over 50 lbs.)
  • Carrying up to 50 lbs. for short distances
  • Push/pull tasks requiring up to 75 lbs. of force
  • Climbing stairs and ladders (including non-standard access points)
  • Crawling, kneeling (low work), and working in awkward/tight positions
  • Strong grip strength (up to 80 lbs. with both hands; up to 30 lbs. with one hand)
  • Hand coordination and overhead/extended reaching
  • Operating equipment, machinery, foot pedals, and hand tools
  • Outdoor work as required (exposure to weather and varying environments)
  • Wearing up to 20 lbs. of PPE, including flame-resistant clothing, welding helmets/shields, and ANSI-rated protective footwear as required
      
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender or gender status, disability, genetic information, otherwise qualified disabled or veteran status, or any other protected class as designated by Federal, State and/or local law.