Apprentice Mechanic

Highway Transport•Baton Rouge, LA

1d•$18 - $22

About The Position

Apprentice Mechanics are responsible for learning and performing preventative maintenance and general repairs on tractors and trailers to comply with company and DOT standards. Apprentice Mechanics regard quality, safety, and equipment utilization as their primary focus while developing their technical skills. Apprentice Mechanics assist as diagnostic and service providers for drivers and carrier clients and ensure their needs are met, including effective communication on all repairs. Apprentice Mechanics are also responsible for supporting inventory control and providing accurate documentation. Apprentice Mechanics are relied on daily to work alongside senior staff in keeping our fleet of trucks and trailers readily available and in top condition. . Location: Baton Rouge (Geismar, LA) Pay Rate: $18 - $22/hourly .

Requirements

Required to possess necessary tooling to perform assigned duties: Sockets/wrenches 1.25” and lower Air tools 1/2” drive and lower Volt meter/test light Acceptable tool chest to store personal tools
Ability to read, write, and speak English is required.
Basic troubleshooting and repair skills such as electrical, suspension, tank repairs (trailer mechanic) or HVAC (tractor mechanic)
Ability to work any schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to utilize personal and laptop compute rs
Ability to communicate sufficiently with teammates and leadership, respond to official questions, and be able to make legible entries on reports and records
Effective time management
Maintain sense of urgency; always demonstrating safe operating procedures
Professional and courteous interpersonal skills
Ability to frequently lift, push and/or pull weights more than 50 pounds, occasionally lift, push, and/or pull weights more than 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience moving trailers in and out of shop a plus

Responsibilities

Preventative Maintenance
Assist other technicians with tractor and trailer repairs.
DOT inspections
Brake inspections and repairs
Service Air systems and brakes
Entry level diagnostics and repairs related to any system of the assig ned equipment; for example: suspension, drive train, HVAC, electrical, damage repair, valve repair, etc.
Ability to learn troubleshooting procedures and failure analysis of all components
Lift and install heavy components of CMVs such as starters, clut ches, brake drums, etc. (pending equipment assignment)
Ensure that all parts and labor are accurately charged to the pro per repair order
Maintain a clean and safe work environment that complies with OSHA standards
Welding and light fabricating
Ensure equipment has required licensing and registration prior to being deemed as “roadworthy”
Practices safe work habits as outlined by the company and local authorities
To own the proper p ersonal tools to complete all maintenance and repairs not supplied by the company.
Other duties, as assig ned