Master Mechanic - Pryor, OK

Oklahoma, U.S.

Full-Time

TLDR

Maintains and repairs mobile equipment and crushing fleet with a strong safety focus in a privately owned construction aggregates company.

MECHANIC MASTER

SAFETY‑SENSITIVE POSITION

Kemp Quarries Inc., a privately owned group of companies, is a leading producer and supplier of construction aggregates—including crushed stone, sand, and gravel—serving NE Oklahoma, SW Missouri, and NW Arkansas. We are currently seeking a Mechanic Master to join our team.

Job Summary

The Mechanic Master is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and supporting our mobile equipment and crushing fleet. This role requires a strong commitment to safety, technical expertise, and the ability to work in demanding environments.

Key Responsibilities

Follow all MSHA, DOT, and company safety rules and regulations
Perform preventative maintenance, pre‑shift inspections, and repairs on mobile equipment
Maintain crushing and mobile equipment fleet
Operate and maintain company vehicles
Perform welding, brazing, and cutting as needed
Communicate effectively with the shop regarding repairs and equipment status
Complete additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

Must pass a drug screen and criminal background check
Technical school certification preferred
Welding certification helpful
Valid driver’s license required; CDL beneficial
Ability to work flexible schedules and travel to various work locations
Reliable, hard‑working, and safety‑focused
Ability to operate various types of heavy equipment
May be required to complete DOT physical or MSHA certification
Strong troubleshooting skills across:
- Engines
- Transmissions
- Torque converters
- Differentials and final drives
- Electrical, hydraulic, fuel, AC, and brake systems
Ability to remove and install major components (engines, transmissions, differentials, torque converters)
Ability to read and interpret written instructions and schematics

Required Skills

Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Strong math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide in all units of measure)
Ability to follow written, oral, or diagram instructions
Ability to use Cat ET program for troubleshooting and calibration
Ability to read electrical schematic diagrams
Strong follow‑through and reliable attendance
Commitment to accuracy, quality, and timely completion of work
Treats others with respect and professionalism

Education

High school diploma or GED; OR
One to three years of related experience/training; OR
Equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience

Minimum three (3) years of mechanical experience with heavy equipment and/or rock crushing equipment
Experience in public works maintenance, crushing, construction, heavy equipment dealerships, or maintenance facilities
Knowledge of diesel/gas engines, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, mechanical, and pneumatic systems
Ability to remove/install parts, disassemble/assemble components, and test/adjust assemblies with minimal supervision
Familiarity with hand tools, air tools, and precision measuring instruments

Physical Demands

Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, and hear
Frequently required to climb or balance
Occasionally required to sit or smell
Must have strong vision abilities including close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment

Work Environment

Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and toxic/caustic chemicals
Frequent exposure to wet/humid conditions, high places, fumes, outdoor weather, extreme heat/cold
Occasional exposure to electrical shock and vibration
Noise level is typically moderate

Benefits