Mechanic

Mechanic

SUMMARY

The Mechanic will be responsible for repairing and maintaining a variety of engines and diesel engines used to power our fleet trucks, tractor trailers and tankers using hand tools, and machine tools.  Our fleet is multi-brand and multi-year.  DOT compliance knowledge is a must in keeping our fleet safely on the road. Work is performed in both office and shop settings so exposure to dust, dirt and common mechanical and shop chemicals can be expected; must be able to sit, stand, reach, bend, twist and lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs annual inspections on trucks, trailers, and pickups

Performs repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services

Performs inspections, diagnostics and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles and equipment

Perform all DOT inspections to ensure fleet is in safe and road worthy condition

Utilizes vehicle computer electronics systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs

Estimates time on vehicle repairs and completes requisitions for new parts

Performs all work within Standard Repair Times

Performs service calls for emergency breakdowns

Conducts safety checks on vehicles, removing unsafe vehicles from service

Completes required paperwork, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times, DOT reporting, etc.

Reviews, completes repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports

Maintains a clean, safe work area, and performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures

Other duties and tasks as assigned

REQUIRED EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum two years of relevant work experience

Clean driving record, no DUIs in the last 5 years

Must be at least 18 years of age

Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations

Must be self-motivated and customer service-oriented while being an effective team player

Ability to be flexible and shift priorities in a constantly changing, fast-paced work environment

COMPUTER

Basic knowledge of MS Office preferred

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Must complete and pass all required pre-employment screenings