Diesel Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

ABOUT US: Ten-8 Fire and Safety, LLC is a major United States distributor of fire and emergency apparatus and equipment. Focused on serving customers in Florida and Georgia, our knowledgeable staff of sales, service, and support personnel is comprised of over 300 employees. For 40 years, we have worked hard to improve our business and expand our customer base, continually investing in our personnel and facilities. Operating out of sixteen service locations, we strive to make our service experience second to none!

We are seeking a talented and competitive  Service Technician that thrives in providing quality customer service and solutions. This is an hourly position with the potential to earn additional hourly  incentive pay . Position is located in Pelham, AL. Applicants outside the area, must be willing to relocate.

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SUMMARY:  The Service Technician will diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul fire trucks.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  include the following but are not limited to, other duties may be assigned.

• Service, repair, adjust and test all engines, motors, moving parts and equipment.
• Inspect equipment or materials to identify the cause of problems or defects.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
• Inspect, repair, and maintain mechanical equipment.
• Raise trucks and heavy parts, or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
• Recondition and replace parts, pistons, bearings, gears, and valves.
• Troubleshoot operation problems and determine plan of action to remedy problems.
• Install equipment, etc. to meet specifications.
• Complete all necessary paperwork, as required.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Ability to work under limited supervision.
• CDL  required.
• EVT  preferred but not required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Proficient verbal communication skills, in English, are required.

EDUCATION: A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. EVT certifications preferred.

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.

• HEAVY WORK:  Lifting 100 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crawling, climbing, and balancing.
• WORK POSITION: Sitting 10%, standing 70% and walking 20%
• WORK CONDITIONS: Spends approximately 75% of the time outdoors.

EEO STATEMENT:   Ten-8 Fire & Safety provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

DRUG FREE WORKPLACE:  Ten-8 Fire & Safety is committed to protecting the safety, health and wellbeing of all employees and other individuals in our workplace. As a condition of employment, employees are required to participate in pre-employment drug screening.

• Apply online today: Ten8Fire.com *

Ten-8 Fire and Safety, LLC is a major United States distributor of fire and emergency apparatus and equipment. Focused on serving customers in Florida and Georgia, our knowledgeable staff of sales, service, and support personnel is comprised of over 300 employees. For 40 years, we have worked hard to improve our business and expand our customer base, continually investing in our personnel and facilities. Operating out of sixteen service locations, we strive to make our service experience second to none!

Company Description

Ten-8 Fire and Safety, LLC is a major United States distributor of fire and emergency apparatus and equipment. Focused on serving customers in Florida and Georgia, our knowledgeable staff of sales, service, and support personnel is comprised of over 300 employees. For 40 years, we have worked hard to improve our business and expand our customer base, continually investing in our personnel and facilities. Operating out of sixteen service locations, we strive to make our service experience second to none!