Mechanic

Job Summary:

The Mechanic will perform repair work and maintenance for motor vehicles in the company’s fleet.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Maintains vehicles, which may include a company’s fleet of vehicles, heavy equipment, garbage trucks, and other motor vehicles.
• Performs routine and preventive maintenance.
• Determines vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts.
• Corrects vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems.
• Repairs or replaces malfunctioning parts and systems such as brake pads, belts, water pumps, transmissions, and other mechanical parts.
• Plans and establishes schedule to complete repairs and maintenance.
• Visits job sites to inspect vehicles by annotating services and repairs in software system.
• Keeps shop equipment operating and available for use by following operating instructions and preventive maintenance.
• Test drives vehicle to confirm safe and proper operation.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reviewing and understanding updated technical and regulation publications.
• Maintains vehicle records and vehicle maintenance records.
• Maintains a clean work environment, shop, and work area.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of all aspects of vehicle repair.
• Excellent mechanical repair skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and understand service and repair manuals.
• Proficient with computer diagnostic equipment and software.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Vocational/technical school program or apprenticeship in auto repair or related field preferred.
• One year of related experience preferred.
• Forklift operator certification is preferred.
• Welding experience is a plus point.

Requirements:

• Must be able to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat to perform repairs and inspections.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 60 pounds at times.
• Must be able to work safely in a noisy area with odors present.
• Must possess a valid Texas class B CDL driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.
• Must be able to perform activities involving holding, grasping, turning, pulling, precision manual dexterity.
• Must be able to perform work on uneven surfaces, frequently climb ladders, work from various heights including making repairs on top of commercial trucks and equipment.
• Must be able to work outdoors in extreme all-weather conditions.

Are you up for a challenging and worthwhile position with an awesome company? We are looking for someone who is responsible and eager to learn. Maintenance Manager will be a great mentor for the mechanic who is ambitious and wants to grow. Unlike many companies, we strive to show our employees that they are valuable, and we care about them. We offer competitive pay, health benefits, life insurance, 401K, paid time off, paid holidays and we host regular employee appreciation events. We have a strong company culture with a family atmosphere, and we work as a team. If you want to join us, send us your resume and we’ll look it over!