Experienced Diesel Mechanic

Overview

Responsible for the thorough and efficient repair and maintenance of company trucks, tractor trailers, forklifts, automobiles, and other heavy equipment to support the operational needs and operational efficiency expectations of the company.

Responsibilities

• Perform all levels of preventive maintenance services on truck and trailer equipment.
• Identify warrantable repairs and document on repair order
• Maintain work area appearance and safety
• Road test vehicles when necessary to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly.
• Perform duties with little or no supervision and in a timely and efficient manner
• 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.
• Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition.
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
• Adjust and replace brake, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment.
• Raise trucks, buses, and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts, and pressure gauges.
• Examine and adjust protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices.
• Inspect and verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to factory specifications.
• Specialize in repairing and troubleshooting of major components such as engine, transmissions, and differentials, to include replacing complete assemblies, turbochargers, fuel system components etc.
• Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor
• Discusses the nature and extent of repairs with management to define a repair plan.
• May be responsible to keep supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; and/or verifying receipt.
• Responsible for daily housekeeping to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
• Other duties may be assigned

Qualifications

• Mechanical Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in diesel repair and service for heavy truck, light truck, automotive, small engine, and forklift.  Welding and fabricating experience preferred.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Strong mechanical aptitude in mechanical and electrical diagnosis; diesel, gas, LP, and electric engines; carburetors, starters, fuel systems; hydraulic/air brake systems