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Nowak Construction Co., Inc. is an underground utility contractor based out of Goddard, Kansas. We participate in the construction of capital improvements, residential and commercial development projects, and the installation of energy and communications infrastructure.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles.
• Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools.
• Operate and inspect machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects.
• Overhaul and test machines or equipment to ensure operating efficiency.
• Repair and replace damaged or worn parts.
• Repair, rewire, and troubleshoot electrical systems.
• Fit bearings to adjust, repair, or overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.
• Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Examine parts for damage or excessive wear, using micrometers and gauges.
• Clean parts by spraying them with grease solvent or immersing them in tanks of solvent.
• Weld or solder broken parts and structural members, using electric or gas welders and soldering tools.
• Adjust, maintain, and repair or replace sub-assemblies, such as transmissions and crawler heads, using hand tools, jacks, and cranes.
• Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers\' specifications.
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices.
• Research, order, and maintain parts inventory for services and repairs.

Skills

• Basic mechanical knowledge including electrical, hydraulic and diesel engines
• General knowledge of basic hand tools, air tools, precision measuring tools and instruments, diagnostic software, cranes and rigging equipment.
• Knowledge of use of various heavy equipment.

Requirements

• Must have own tools under 1\"
• Must be physically capable of performing tasks.
• Must be dependable.
• Neat and clean appearance.
• Must have own hand tools.
• Read, speak, and comprehend English.
• Must be able to perform task safely.
• Work schedule is 7am-5:30pm Mon-Fri

Benefits

• Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Life and Short-term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) plan

We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: \$17.00 - \$24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Experience:

• Mechanical Knowledge: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver\'s License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person