Mechanic
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| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$25 - $40 per hour |
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| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | 6375 14th St NE, Des Moines, IA, US Des Moines, Iowa open_in_new |
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Job Description
Job Description
Description:
Mechanic:
Mechanic is responsible for all maintenance of the TD&I Cable Maintenance fleet of vehicles, trailers, and equipment. Ensures the fleet receives regular maintenance and executes emergency/on-the-road repairs.
Communicates with team of mechanics and management on strategies for improving maintenance efficiency and reducing vehicle downtime. Ability to travel to other office locations and/or job sites to assist with vehicle, trailer, and equipment repairs.
Responsibilities:
- Documents information of all maintenance or repairs using the designated fleet management system
- Service pick-up trucks, semis, plows, drills, mud suckers, aerial equipment's, mini excavators, skid steers, trailers, water truck systems, etc. (Vermeer, Ditch Witch, Bobcat)
- Performs regular preventive maintenance, including annual DOT inspection
- Assesses vehicles and machinery to properly diagnose and repair issues
- Accurately, timely, and cost-effectively orders parts for repairs
- Coordinates with outside vendors to arrange preventive maintenance and repair services when needed
- Maintains and cleans garage equipment and tools to ensure they are kept in a safe and usable condition
- Assists with various shop tasks – welding, fabrication, forklift needs, lot organization, snow removal, building maintenance, customer service, etc.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Mechanic (automotive and diesel)
- Valid DOT Medical Card to operate a commercial vehicle (10,000 lbs. or under), CDL license is a bonus
- Forklift certification or ability to become forklift certified
- Excellent organizational and leadership skills
- Ability to communicate and report effectively, problem solving abilities
- Good physical condition and stamina, able to work indoors and outdoors
- Personal computer (PC) experience and familiarity with Microsoft platforms (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
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