Diesel Mechanic

Summary:

Responsible for maintaining the mobile fleet and facilities and coordinating all required repairs.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Maintain inventory of parts necessary to perform job (i.e., bulbs, gloves, fittings, etc.).
• Evaluates poor running trucks and ensures proper diagnosis and repair.
• Provide regular maintenance of fleet equipment and facilities.
• Review vehicle inspection reports and ensure all repairs are made to DOT and Company standards.
• Perform all required DOT and CHP services and inspections; keep up-to-date truck files and ensure that the Company is in regulatory compliance.
• Keep fleet in compliance with all DOT and CHP regulations.
• Ensure that trucks are always in a safe operating condition.

Other Functions:

• Special projects as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Valid and current driver's license.
• Have and maintain an acceptable driving record.
• 2-5 years of experience in the heavy-duty truck industry, diesel engine experience, and hydraulics preferred, experience with fluid pumping and metering systems a plus.
• Must own a mechanic's tool set capable of supporting heavy duty truck fleet, including electrical and internal combustion engine and be willing to expand personal tools.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot performance issues with and without diagnostic equipment.
• Must own a mechanical tool set sufficient for heavy duty truck maintenance and repair.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedural manuals, assembly and wiring diagrams, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to calculate figures, estimates, perform measurements, conversions, find areas, circumference, volumes, and apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Basic understanding of internal combustion engines (both gas and diesel), DC electrical systems, air systems, brakes/suspension systems, heavy trucks/automotive, tires, welding techniques, fuel systems, electrical systems, hydraulic systems.
• Must be self-motivated with excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize repair events.
• Basic computer skills including data entry of job times, repair event write ups, diagnostic programs, internet, and email.

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate's degree preferred.
• Mechanic certification preferred (ASE, air brake adjustment, automotive HVAC, etc.

Working Conditions:

• Have a strong commitment to safe working practices.
• Heavy physical effort (up to 100 lbs).
• Hearing, talking, walking, periods of prolonged standing, sitting or crouching.

Job General Benefits:

• Paid weekly, every Monday.
• Competitive pay rates available.
• DOT positions are compensated through paid by load (PBL), cents per gallon (CPG), or hourly. Based on the position, market, YOE, and/or managers discretion.
• Non-DOT/Corporate positions are compensated through salary, hourly, and/or incentive plans. Based on the position, market, YOE, and/or managers discretion.
• All full-time positions are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long Term Disability, Voluntary AD&D, Voluntary Life, Spousal Life, Dependent Life, Matching 401(k), Health/Dependent FSA and Tuition Reimbursement.
• 401(k) elections are effective following 30 days of employment. You will be automatically enrolled at 3% and there is an automatic increase each year until you reach 10%.
• Paid holidays and accrual Paid Time Off (PTO) program.
• Sign-on bonus, housing, and/or relocation assistance available for specific locations.
• Schedules and shifts vary by location and are subject to change.