Mechanic

Truck/Trailer Mechanic

Truck/Trailer Mechanics are responsible for performing preventative maintenance and general repairs on truck and trailer units to Company and DOT standards. Mechanics are the service provider as well as diagnostic technician and troubleshooter. Mechanics are also responsible for inventory controls, processing order paperwork, and maintaining equipment. Mechanics are relied on daily to keep our fleet of trucks and trailers in top condition.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Diagnose and repair medium to heavy-duty trucks and trailers.
• Identify, diagnosis, and resolve truck and trailer related issues.
• Diagnose and repair trailer components such as doors, floors and side panels.
• Perform preventive maintenance (PMs) on truck and trailer equipment including routine technical repairs and completing repair orders.
• Utilize appropriate resources, such as the parts manual and computer, service bulletins and other resources to research problems, determine most effective and efficient method for repair and locate parts.
• Document work order details within the Company's internal work order system

REQUIREMENTS:

• Use effective time management techniques and demonstrate the ability to prioritize and multi task without negatively impacting performance or results.
• Must be able to effectively and accurately complete detailed work with a sense of urgency; always keeping safety at the forefront and demonstrating safe operating procedures.
• Demonstrate the ability to anticipate and evaluate problems and situations and draw logical conclusions to make successful repairs.
• Computer skills, data accuracy, and a willingness to learn new software programs.
• Ability to maintain composure and react professionally during periods of stress.
• Must be self-motivated and able and willing to work independently while motivating team efforts.
• Demonstrate diagnostic and troubleshooting competency relating to equipment repairs.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to perform tasks requiring heavy physical effort occasionally in inclement weather.
• Knowledge of tools, equipment, materials, methods, and practices of engine repair, mechanical and electrical systems and maintenance.
• Ability to work in safe and efficient manner.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Experience: A technical school certification or advanced degree in diesel engines, electronics, and/or related field, minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in medium to heavy duty truck repairs.

Tools: Must utilize basic hand and air operated tools to satisfactorily perform this job. Employee responsible for supplying all basic hand tools. Power and specialty tools will be supplied by the company.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to:

• walk, lift, reach, stoop, stand, grasp, balance, climb, kneel, and crouch for extended periods of time;
• visually inspect small defects and/or small parts;
• operate machines, motor vehicles, hand tools, and job specific equipment and tools;
• determine the accuracy and thoroughness of work;
• demonstrate the ability to hear and accurately interpret mechanical, technical and business information in an environment subject to noise, vibrations, etc.; and
• perform all work safely in a fast-paced work environment.

Job Type: Full-time