Diesel Mechanic - Maintenance

JBT Americas•Honolulu, HI

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Independently inspects, diagnoses, maintains, and repairs motorcoaches, diesel and gasoline engines, and service vehicles and equipment across a diversified fleet. The role performs scheduled preventive maintenance, tests automotive systems, determines defects and repair needs, estimates or documents labor, and repairs or replaces a broad range of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, cooling, compressed-air, transmission, engine, axle, and suspension components. The mechanic inspects vehicles and equipment, identifies needed parts, fabricates parts as necessary, and performs emergency field repairs and pickup or delivery to job sites in all types of weather. The role maintains service records, tools, equipment, and work areas; assists with difficult repairs and emergency calls; and may oversee other employees when the manager or supervisor is absent. The mechanic also orients and trains new mechanics and performs other related duties as required. Work takes place inside and outside a maintenance facility, with intermittent exposure to weather, noise, vibration, oils, mechanical and electrical hazards, and automotive maintenance chemicals. Some duties may require a respirator. The position involves frequent physical activity, including accessing restricted spaces, using hand and power tools, lifting and carrying loads ranging from under 25 pounds to over 50 pounds, and working in confined spaces or limited lighting on occasion. This is a full-time, shift-work position of up to 40 hours per week, Sunday through Saturday or as needed. Overtime may be necessary with prior management approval.

Requirements

High school graduation and graduation from an accredited college or trade school, or high school education and at least five years of mechanical experience or training in electronic, diesel, air brake, and cooling systems.
At least two years of work experience as a Fleet Mechanic – 2nd Class.
Valid State of Hawaii CDL B license with passenger endorsement.
ASE certifications H4, H8, H5, H7, and H6, or an MCI equivalent training program.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and work effectively with employees, other agencies, and the public.
Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and techniques used in vehicle and equipment repair and maintenance.
Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and perform repairs.
Knowledge of and experience with safety practices and procedures, including diagnosing problems and making repairs in the field on a 24-hour basis.
Ability to operate and use the tools, equipment, and devices listed for the position.
Physical flexibility to frequently access limited-space areas and capacity to perform the physical activities described in the posting.
Capacity to explain equipment repair techniques through explanation, demonstration, and supervised practice.
Attention to detail and ability to analyze situations, diagnose problems, and decide on the best repair method.

Responsibilities

Perform routine preventive maintenance and inspections on vehicles and equipment according to maintenance schedules.
Evaluate, analyze, and test automotive systems to determine the nature and extent of defects.
Estimate or document the time and labor needed to repair or replace defective parts.
Repair, replace, or overhaul electrical, compressed-air, cooling, and hydraulic equipment; heavy-duty transmissions; gasoline and diesel engines; drive and steering axles; and suspension systems.
Inspect vehicles and equipment, identify problems, and repair malfunctioning units.
Identify required repair parts and fabricate parts as necessary.
Perform emergency field repairs in all types of weather, including pickup and delivery to job sites.
Perform general maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
Maintain accurate records of time, materials, and services provided for each job.
Maintain the work area and keep tools and equipment safe, clean, and usable.
Perform difficult repairs and assist staff with duties or emergency road calls.
In the absence of the manager or supervisor, oversee employees and ensure work proceeds on schedule and deadlines are met.
Orient and train new mechanic employees.
Perform other related duties as required.