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in Vicksburg, MS
Mobile Mechanic
•9 days ago
Estimated Pay | $21 per hour |
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Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
Location | Vicksburg, Mississippi |
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Job Description
Job Description
A world class lumber manufacturing facility based in Vicksburg, Mississippi is seeking a Diesel Technician. The duties involve the repair and maintenance of industrial equipment such as: Log loaders, Wheel Loaders, Forklifts and other mobile equipment used in the manufacturing of lumber.
Responsibilities:
- Perform needed engine, transmission, and hydraulic system repairs on articulated dump trucks, front end loaders, excavators, tracked dozers, motor graders and miscellaneous small gas and diesel motors.
- Complete lubrication maintenance of mobile equipment in accordance with proper lubrication standards.
- Perform preventative and routine maintenance on diesel trucks, pickup trucks, log trailers, and semi-trailers.
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical defects.
- Conduct safety inspections of vehicles and maintain maintenance records.
- Be self-motivated working with minimal supervision and be capable of making decisions.
- Work overtime, weekends and holidays when required.
- Work safely, following company policies and practices including lock tag verify procedures and wearing all required personal protective equipment.
Required Skills:
- 1 year of diesel mechanic experience or educational equivalent.
- Proven prior experience working the above-mentioned vehicles required
- Working knowledge of both gasoline and diesel engines
- Proficiency in air brake systems and tractor-trailer repairs
- Familiarity with automotive diagnostics tools and software
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics
Environmental Conditions:
- Must be able to tolerate extreme hot, humid, cold, and outdoor conditions. Comfortable working in a loud environment, around moving machinery, with vibrations and airborne particles (sawdust).