Tipper Mechanics and Concrete Mixers Trucks Mechanics

Inspecting and Diagnosing : Performing routine inspections and using computerized diagnostic tools to identify mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic malfunctions.

Repair and Replacement : Repairing or replacing defective parts, including engines, transmissions, brake systems, suspension, and steering mechanisms.

Preventative Maintenance : Performing scheduled maintenance, such as oil changes, lubrication, filter replacements, and checking fluid levels to prevent breakdowns and extend equipment life.

Hydraulic and Electrical Systems : Troubleshooting and repairing complex hydraulic systems (essential for lifting tipper beds and rotating mixer drums) and electrical systems.

Documentation and Compliance : Maintaining accurate service records, documenting repairs, and ensuring all work complies with company, local, and federal (e.g., DOT, OSHA) safety regulations.

Welding and Fabrication : Performing minor welding and fabrication for repairs or modifications to equipment components.

Field / Emergency Repairs : Traveling to job sites to perform emergency repairs in the field when equipment breaks down.

Specialized Job Descriptions

Tipper Truck Mechanic

In addition to the common duties, a tipper truck mechanic focuses on the specific mechanisms of dump trucks.

Hoist and Body Systems : Specialized maintenance and repair of the hydraulic hoist systems, tipping mechanisms, and truck body to ensure safe and efficient dumping operations.

Chassis and Suspension : Ensuring the heavy-duty chassis and suspension systems can handle the significant, shifting loads involved in transporting loose materials.

Load Management Systems : Inspecting and calibrating any onboard weighing or load management systems.

Concrete Mixer Truck Mechanic

This role requires specific attention to the equipment that manages the perishable concrete mix.

Mixing Drum System : Maintaining the complex mixing drum, its internal spiral blades, and associated gearboxes and hydraulic motors that ensure continuous rotation and proper mixing consistency.

Water Supply System : Servicing the water tanks, pumps, and piping used for adding water to the mix and for the critical post-delivery wash-out process to prevent concrete from hardening inside the drum.

Chute and Discharge Mechanisms : Repairing and adjusting the loading hoppers, discharge chutes, and control levers that manage the flow and placement of the concrete at the job site.

Concrete Buildup Prevention : Implementing maintenance procedures to prevent concrete buildup and corrosion on the truck's surfaces and within the mixing system.