Job Description
With general direction from the Shop Supervisor, provides a wide range of technical services on company trucks and trailers. This is a skilled mechanic position that requires significant technical training and/or experience.
All applicants must be eligible to work in the US without restrictions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: D.O.E.
Specific Duties:
- Performs thorough, accurate Preventative Maintenance inspections.
- Following schedules completes all required PM maintenance operations including lubrication, fluid changes, brake adjustments, and tire rotation.
- With direction from the Fleet Maintenance Supervisor, performs unscheduled maintenance as needed.
- Performs complex operations including engine, electrical, fuel, brake, and exhaust repairs and field tests.
- Must operate CDL vehicles to perform road tests, as well as shuttle in an out of the garage for repairs and maintenance. This is a safety sensitive job and all duties are regulated by the DOT.
- Must be able to lift heavy equipment (up to 50lbs) when necessary.
- Must be able to operate bench grinder, torch, drill press, jack and jack stands, oil pumps, power washer, and other hand tools required to perform work.
- Emergency conditions may require calls at home, extended hours, or weekend work.
- Document repairs and parts on work orders completely and accurately.
- Maintains tools and workplaces so that conditions are neat and orderly.
- Must be thoroughly familiar with all safety provisions associated with vehicle maintenance. Understands OSHA standards and provisions.
- Understands and conforms to State EPA regulations regarding disposal of toxic waste substances.
- Performs other duties as required.
Knowledge AND Skills - Knowledge of tools, procedures, technical skills and safety rules used in the maintenance and repair of diesel-powered equipment.
- Ability to deal with problems and find solutions.
- Must have knowledge of Federal and State regulations.
- Operational knowledge of diesel fueled vehicles, and shop equipment and tools.
- Scheduling and setting priorities for work to be accomplished.
- Inspection of equipment and diagnose mechanical defects.
- ASE Certification(s) a plus
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least three (3) years’ experience as a mechanic in trucking or heavy equipment environment, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
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