Entry Level Mechanic

Maintenance Mechanic

The Maintenance Mechanic will perform maintenance on light-duty trucks and commercial motor vehicles (CMV). Must know how to sandblast and how to weld.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance inspections and service on vehicles.
• Thoroughly maintains vehicles, removing parts and reinstalling as necessary.
• Oils and lubricates moving parts on vehicles to ensure effective performance.
• Records and reports damaged, worn, or broken parts.
• Installs replacement parts for vehicles.
• Identifies the causes of unexpected breakdowns of vehicles.
• Repairs broken down vehicles quickly and efficiently.
• Prepares reports documenting work performed.
• Keeps shop area clean and organized.
• Coordinates with managers to schedule regular maintenance on vehicles.
• Collaborates with shop manager or supervisor regarding new products being added and modifications that will be required.
• Makes necessary modifications and implements test runs; confers with shop manager regarding test results and makes additional alterations to vehicle as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Mechanically inclined with great problem-solving skills.
• Works well independently and with others.
• Good communication skills.
• Organized with attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and stressful environment.

Education and Experience

• Some vocational or community college with related coursework or equivalent experience, required.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods standing and walking.
• Able to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed.
• Must be able to visually inspect trucks.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.