What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Duty truck mechanic position at Eastern Iowa Tire, Inc.?
Job Summary
Eastern Iowa Tire in Des Moines is seeking a highly skilled and energetic Heavy Duty Truck Mechanic to join our dynamic team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of heavy trucks and light trucks to ensure optimal performance and safety. The person we are seeking should have multiple years experience working on heavy trucks as well as experience on doing light truck and heavy truck alignments. If your skills don't include being able to do alignments currently but have the willingness to learn we can train the right individual.
Duties
- Perform comprehensive inspections and diagnostics on heavy duty trucks and light trucks.
- Conduct repairs on suspension systems, brakes, shocks & struts, air brakes to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with industry standards.
- Utilize hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.
- Perform vehicle maintenance including chassis parts replacement, tire service, wheel alignment, shocks & struts replacement, and general preventative repairs.
- Assist with heavy lifting tasks safely using appropriate heavy equipment operation techniques while adhering to safety protocols.
Skills
- Proven experience or extensive background in heavy truck repair and service technician roles.
- Preferred mechanic with previous alignment experience but will train the right person.
- Excellent customer service skills combined with the ability to communicate technical information clearly to clients or team members.
Join us as a Heavy Duty Truck Mechanic if you’re eager to apply your mechanical expertise in a vibrant environment that values safety, precision, and innovation! We welcome passionate professionals ready to keep our customer's fleet moving forward with confidence!
Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30 - $35