Diesel Truck Mechanic

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

This is a skilled position that is responsible for, but not limited to: heavy duty diesel engine, manual transmission, electronic engine controls, general electrical and hydraulic systems troubleshooting and repair. Successful candidate will be responsible for helping with the maintenance of a fleet of dump trucks and trailers. Must have the ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form and the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. This position will report directly to the shop foreman.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

This is a multi-functional position, incorporating the performance of mechanical duties on various pieces of machinery and operating equipment.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work either day or night shift as needed to make repairs necessary in the field and to perform preventive maintenance practices necessary to increase service life of equipment
• Ability to weld and use of torches, a plus but at least willing to learn
• Truck parts familiarization
• Maintain a courteous and professional manner with co-workers, customers, and public
• Ability to be flexible with last-minute schedule changes, location changes, time of shift changes. Overtime work may be required.
• Initiative to perform/assist with other positions for job completion
• Troubleshoot malfunctions and repairs and maintains equipment
• Troubleshoot and inspect machines or equipment to diagnose defects
• Dismantles and reassembles equipment, using proper tools and equipment.
• Examine parts for damage or excessive wear

• Perform record keeping of time and parts used on the appropriate forms.
• Perform general cleaning of work areas and maintenance areas.

• Assist other maintenance department staff in performing the duties necessary to assure the efficiency of operations of vehicles.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instruction
• Ability to do basic math
• Ability to understand and carry out detailed written or oral instructions
• CDL Class A self-certified non-excepted interstate and current DOT physical card is required within the first 90 days of employment
  
  

POSITION REQUIREMENTS (continued):

• Identify and determine parts required for repair of disassembled units
• Perform all levels of preventive maintenance services
• Identify repairs and document on repair order
• Maintain work area appearance and safety
• Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment, and jacks and hoists
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery
• Adjust and replace brakes, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment
• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, pressure gauges, as well as multi-meters
• Examine and adjust protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices
• Other projects and tasks assigned by the Supervisor

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school graduate, G.E.D., or equivalent studies/experience (preferred);
• Excellent communication skills
• Great attention to detail and stress tolerance
• Must be willing to work weekends and extended hours.
• Must provide own tool, up to ¾” sizes
• Vocational / Technical School or certification preferred but not required based on experience
• Proficiency in the use of shop tools required and ownership of mechanic set
• Current Class A CDL license with air brake certification preferred but not required
• Understand work schedule and time constraints of this shop.