BestDrive Service Tech/Mechanic

BestDrive • St. Louis, MO

7d

About The Position

The BestDrive Service Tech/Mechanic performs commercial and medium-truck tire service and mechanical repairs. The tire service work includes mounting, dismounting, balancing, and repairing commercial vehicle, medium-truck, and off-the-road tires, as well as related service and repairs for equipment used in construction, earthmoving, mining, and farming. The mechanic work focuses on aligning and repairing suspension components on commercial vehicles and medium trucks, and servicing passenger and light trucks, buses, motor coaches, and trailers.

The role may include emergency roadside service on a rotating basis, including nights and weekends. Work generally takes place Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., with Saturdays and evenings as needed and potentially little advance notice. The position involves indoor and outdoor work in varied temperatures and requires following safety procedures and OSHA requirements.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver's license.
• At least 2 years of experience with trailer mechanics.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, customer service-oriented environment.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, verbally and in writing, with coworkers and management.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States; employment visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of mechanic or alignment experience.
• TIA certification.

Responsibilities

• Mount, dismount, install, balance, and repair tires and tire/wheel assemblies.
• Load and unload tires on and off trucks.
• Inspect tires and wheels before and after service, determine whether tires can be repaired, and perform appropriate repairs.
• Perform tire service and repairs on commercial vehicles, medium trucks, and off-the-road equipment, including multi-piece rims.
• Operate heavy-duty tire service equipment and tools, including boom cranes, cribbing, jacks, compressors, and electric and hydraulic equipment.
• Unbolt and re-bolt wheels using lug wrenches and other hand and power tools.
• Perform emergency road service calls on a rotating basis, including nights and weekends.
• Maintain the assigned service vehicle, its appearance, and onboard service equipment and tools.
• Perform two- and four-wheel alignments on passenger cars and two-, four-, or six-wheel alignments on light and medium trucks, buses, and motor coaches.
• Repair or replace suspension components and trailer components as needed.
• Use above-ground lifts for brake repairs and perform other related repairs.
• Order, stock, and inventory parts needed for alignment and brake repairs.
• Review work orders and discuss work with supervisors.
• Document work performed accurately and according to company policy.
• Comply with OSHA regulations and safety requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.

Benefits

• Immediate benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Employee discounts, including tire discounts.
• Employer 401(k) match.
• Diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Future growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed