AI summary
H.O. Penn Machinery is hiring a Shop Mechanic to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair heavy construction equipment (CAT preferred) in their Newington, CT shop. This is a union role focused on efficient, well-documented repairs, strong safety practices, and clear communication. Standout perk: union benefits including welfare, annuity, pension, and vacation funds.
Key skills
Heavy construction equipment troubleshooting and repairCAT equipment service experienceDiagnostic software proficiencyService documentation and repair communicationsRepair planning and workflow efficiencySafety compliance and contamination controlStrong communication and organizationSelf-managementCDL (preferred)
Pays $42.06–$47.80 per hour (dependent on experience), a strong union-shop hourly rate for a heavy construction equipment mechanic in Connecticut.
You'll thrive here if you’re a self-managed heavy equipment mechanic who can diagnose issues using software tools, document repairs clearly, and consistently work to safety and efficiency standards.
Why apply
- Union shop with pension
- Medical/dental/vision insurance
- Paid company holidays
H.O. Penn Machinery
Key qualifications:
Maximize the efficient use of service and repair processes to provide fast, accurate service and minimize unnecessary expense.
Successfully contribute toward building a culture of safety through completion of all safety initiatives and demonstrating safe work habits.
Physical Requirements:
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.
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 five 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 five 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
- Lifting (up to 60lbs.)
- Carrying (up to 50lbs.)
- Push/pull (up to 80lbs.)
- Sitting, rotation and forward bending (sitting and standing)
- Hand coordination and reaching
- Foot pedal operation
- Climbing stairs and ladders
- Crawling, low work (kneeling), and awkward positioning
- Outdoor work (as required)
- Wearing 10-20lbs. of protective clothing, including fire resistant clothing, welding helmet/shield, & 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.