Diesel Mechanic
Description
Diesel Mechanic
Are you someone who enjoys solving mechanical challenges, working with your hands, and keeping heavy equipment running at peak performance? As a Diesel Mechanic, you'll play a critical role in maintaining and repairing our fleet of diesel-powered trucks and heavy mobile equipment. Every day brings a new challenge as you diagnose issues, perform repairs, and help ensure our operations run safely and efficiently.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Perform preventive maintenance inspections and routine service on heavy equipment and diesel-powered trucks to maximize performance and minimize downtime.
- Evaluate and repair trucks and equipment that are not operating at peak performance, identifying the best solutions to get them back in service quickly.
- Thoroughly clean machinery and machine components, removing and reinstalling parts as needed to ensure reliable operation.
- Oil and lubricate moving parts to extend equipment life and maintain optimal performance.
- Inspect equipment for damaged, worn, or broken components, accurately documenting findings and recommending necessary repairs.
- Order and install replacement parts to keep equipment operating safely and efficiently.
- Diagnose the root cause of unexpected equipment failures using strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Repair broken or malfunctioning equipment promptly to minimize production interruptions.
- Maintain detailed service records and prepare reports documenting inspections, maintenance, and repairs performed.
- Keep the shop clean, organized, and well-stocked by maintaining parts, tools, supplies, and inventory.
- Communicate regularly with management regarding equipment condition, maintenance needs, shop concerns, and any issues affecting operations.
- Coordinate with managers to develop and maintain preventive maintenance schedules for equipment and machinery.
- Collaborate with the Product Manager and/or Plant Engineer on new equipment installations and required machinery modifications.
- Perform necessary equipment modifications, conduct test runs, evaluate results, and make additional adjustments to ensure equipment performs as intended.
- Perform other related duties as assigned to support the maintenance team and overall operations.
