DIESEL MECHANIC
Description
The Diesel Mechanic at Nexus Disposal is responsible for safely operating, repairing, rebuilding, and performing mechanical and electrical maintenance on the company's fleet of heavy-duty diesel trucks and equipment. This role is crucial in ensuring the proper performance and safety of our vehicles and equipment.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and repair heavy diesel, CNG, gas, and electrically operated equipment and vehicles.
- Evaluate mechanical and electrical problems using diagnostic equipment.
- Perform routine vehicle maintenance and preventive care.
- Check and repair electrical and cooling systems, as well as install heaters and similar accessories.
- Conduct road tests on vehicles to troubleshoot problems and ensure proper and safe completion of repairs.
- Perform road calls to make repairs on trucks that break down while on collection routes.
- Weld and perform minor bodywork as needed.
- Read and interpret VCRs (vehicle condition reports) and repair orders, communicating with supervisors and drivers for clarification of problems.
- Plan and schedule repairs and procure all necessary parts for successful completion.
- Maintain accurate and updated preventive maintenance records.
- Assist with the training of maintenance technicians.
- Operate tools, equipment, and machinery following company safety procedures.
- Maintain a clean and safe work area in compliance with company and OSHA standards, ensuring shop equipment and tools are in safe operating condition.
- Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to the supervisor immediately.