Diesel Mechanic

STREAMTECH INC•Geismar, LA

8d•$27 - $32•Hybrid

About The Position

The Diesel Mechanic maintains diesel equipment, completes inspections and preventive maintenance requirements, corrects vehicle deficiencies, and maintains records to ensure the company can keep its level of commitment to safety and customer service. The candidate must have a minimum of 2-years experience inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing trucks and stationary equipment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, effective listening and problem-solving skills are essential. It is also important that the candidate has demonstrated the ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment. Experience in diesel and gas engines, hydraulics and pneumatics pumps and motors is required. The ideal candidate will be a hybrid between a shop foreman and a field mechanic.

Requirements

Minimum of 2-years experience inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing trucks and stationary equipment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Effective listening and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment.
Experienced in diesel and gas engines, hydraulics and pneumatics pumps and motors.
Valid Class A or B Driver's License preferred, minimum Class E-Chauffeur's license.
If CDL licensed at least 2+ years required.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Minimum 2 years experience as a diesel mechanic preferred.
Must have a clean driving record.
Must be able to pass a physical, drug testing and background check.
Must submit to a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen and ongoing random testing.

Nice To Haves

ASE and/or OEM certifications are a plus

Responsibilities

Performs all job duties in accordance with company safety policies and regulations.
Performs maintenance tasks based on driver pre and post trip inspections in a timely manner or as directed by maintenance manager.
Maintains diesel equipment operation by completing inspections and preventative maintenance requirements and makes appropriate corrections when needed.
Works in adverse conditions at times including heat, cold, wind, rain and snow to repair equipment and vehicles.
Builds and assembles machines or mechanical components according to requirements.
Troubleshoots reported problems and resolve them in a timely manner.
Maintains all relevant records for all work and procedures and reports on issues.
Performs accurate lockout/tagout procedures.
Runs diagnostic tests on vehicles and analyzes the results to problem solve; test drive vehicles to diagnose malfunctions when necessary.
Perform any and all necessary procedures to ensure maximum reliability and the safety of the equipment operator including, performing preventative maintenance inspections, tire changes, changes of breaks and any other utilities that are part of the vehicle; builds, rebuilds, and replaces hydraulic components and hoses of any vehicle or stationary equipment.
Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.
Any other tasks assigned by the supervisor.