Diesel/Garage Mechanic Sign-On Bonus $1,000 Third Shift

Case Farms•Morganton, NC

About The Position

The Diesel/Garage Mechanic performs maintenance and repairs on various rolling stock and equipment. The role includes conducting basic pre-trip inspections, completing associated paperwork, safely moving equipment around the lot and garage, adjusting brakes and clutches to FMCSA standards, and performing Category C tasks. Additional work includes replacing clutches, performing preventive maintenance, repairing or making hydraulic components and hoses, welding, and changing equipment components. The mechanic works with minimum direction from a supervisor and completes other duties as assigned. The position requires following Department of Transportation, state, federal, and company safety requirements, including PPE, reporting unsafe conditions, Lockout Tagout procedures, and process safety management requirements. Work may involve outdoor conditions, animal odors, loud noise, moving equipment, long shifts, and working nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Must have a valid driver's license; an MVR check is a condition of employment.
Willing and capable of working overtime as required.
Demonstrate excellent attendance and punctuality.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to work with Onsite software.
In-depth knowledge of fleet maintenance operations or transferable skills from similar industries.
Ability to provide own tools.
Follow workplace safety rules, including PPE, preventing and reporting unsafe acts and conditions, Lockout Tagout procedures, and process safety management-related matters.

Nice To Haves

ASC Certification.
Diesel Certification.
Two years of garage or diesel mechanic experience.

Responsibilities

Perform basic pre-trip inspections on various rolling stock.
Complete paperwork associated with assigned work, including work orders and charging out parts.
Drive various equipment safely on the lot or into the garage work area.
Adjust brakes and clutches to FMCSA standards.
Perform all Category C tasks.
Change or replace clutches and perform preventive maintenance on all equipment.
Make or repair hydraulics and hoses.
Perform work assignments with minimum direction from the supervisor.
Perform basic welding and change out a variety of equipment components.
Follow Department of Transportation, state, federal, and company safety policies and programs.
Perform other duties as assigned.