Diesel Truck Mechanic

Abenaqui Carriers, New England's premiere bulk petroleum haz-mat carrier, is looking for a FULL-TIME Diesel Truck Mechanic to join our team.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary/Objective The maintenance mechanic position conducts machine setup, troubleshooting, repairs and preventive maintenance service on diesel powered tractors and petroleum tank trailers.

Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Performs emergency/unscheduled inspection and repair of tractors and tank trailers.
• Performs scheduled and preventive maintenance repairs on tractors and tank trailers.
• Duties include troubleshooting issues with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems on both tractors and trailers.
• Reads and interprets equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Must be knowledgeable in D.O.T. equipment regulations and inspection criteria.
• Comply with all OSHA safety and health rules.
• Attend required training as necessary.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of temperature conditions during the work shift with the opening and closing of shop bay doors. The noise level in the work environment can sometimes be loud so the wearing of proper PPE is mandatory.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position. Hours of work are 1st shift and the workweek is Monday through Friday 7am to 4pm (40-45hrs/wk).

Travel This position requires very little travel and is limited to primarily local travel during the business day in a company vehicle (i.e. running for parts or moving equipment to repair vendors).

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Automotive/diesel vocational training.
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications are highly desired.
• 2 years of related mechanical experience.
• Additional experience in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and A/C systems is beneficial.
• Class A or B CDL is preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated ability to read and strictly follow written procedures
• Must supply your own basic tools.

Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Diesel engine repair: 2 years (Preferred)
• Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $70,000