Diesel Mechanic "A" or "B"

Silvi Concrete Products, Inc.•Swedesboro, NJ

84d•$27 - $46

About The Position

Silvi Materials is hiring Diesel Mechanics at A, B, and C mechanic rankings to maintain its fleet of mixers, heavy equipment, and/or Class A trailers. The role involves diagnosing, repairing, rebuilding, and maintaining heavy-duty diesel vehicles and equipment in a garage and in the field. Mechanics may respond to road service calls using a company service vehicle. First, second, and third shifts are available in Sweedsboro, New Jersey. The posting lists hourly pay ranges of $42–$46 for A-ranking mechanics, $34–$42 for B-ranking mechanics, and $27–$34 for C-ranking mechanics. Signing bonuses are also listed by ranking: $15,000 for A, $10,000 for B, and $4,000 for C, paid in installments according to the schedules described in the posting. Silvi Materials describes itself as a company with more than 15 companies, over 950 employees, and more than 30 locations across Southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and North Carolina. It offers employees opportunities to move into other areas of the business and provides tuition reimbursement. The company states that it does not discriminate in employment on the basis of the protected characteristics listed in the posting.

Requirements

Fleet, transportation, repair, and maintenance experience, preferably at least 3 years with a medium- to large-size company.
Valid driver's license.
Working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to read and understand maintenance and parts manuals, maintenance and wiring diagrams, schematics, and other written instructions related to vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair.
Knowledge and experience repairing and maintaining heavy-duty vehicles.
Knowledge and experience with safety regulations, including OSHA and DOT regulations as they apply to operations.
Ability to perform maintenance and repairs in a garage and/or field in accordance with applicable maintenance manuals, diagrams, and instructions.
Sense of urgency and ownership.
Excellent follow-up skills and ability to complete assignments and projects.
Analytical, problem-solving, and customer-service skills.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including regularly lifting 50 pounds and occasionally lifting up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Valid Class A CDL.
Valid PA Inspection License A+.
Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician Certification.
Certification under federal Department of Transportation guidelines for brake adjustment and repair.

Responsibilities

Maintain a safe and professional working environment.
Diagnose and perform preventive maintenance on heavy-duty diesel vehicles and equipment.
Remove, repair, rebuild, or replace assemblies, subassemblies, and other parts on trucks and equipment, including engines, transmissions, axles, cylinder heads, oil pumps, fan belts, generators, starters, gauges, tie rods, drag links, ball joints, brake linings, and bearings.
Perform electrical work, including wiring systems and starter rebuilding.
Repair or adjust electrical sensors, EGR valves, and computerized electrical systems according to automotive and federal clean-air standards.
Diagnose computerized fuel management systems, ignition systems, and engine timing to determine and perform needed repairs.
Change tires.
Weld broken assemblies, subassemblies, or other parts as required.
Use, store, record, safeguard, and properly handle equipment, materials, parts, and supplies.
Keep the shop and work area clean and organized.
Prepare reports and records of time spent, materials and parts used, and work completed.
Learn to use various types of diagnostic equipment.
Respond to and handle road service calls as needed using a company service vehicle.