Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic 3rd Shift

Alex Lee•Hickory, NC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Diesel Mechanic performs preventative maintenance on a tractor trailer fleet. This role involves basic inspections, preventive maintenance on various vehicles and equipment, and diagnosis and repair of tractors, including brakes, suspension, and transmissions. The position also includes body repair such as welding, fueling company equipment, maintaining a clean work area, and recording maintenance information in a computer system. Safety adherence to MDI, state, and federal guidelines is crucial. The role requires the ability to bend, stoop, stretch, and lift up to 100 lbs, operate a trailer yard spotter, be on call as needed, and change truck and trailer tires. Additional tasks may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

2-5 years of hands-on repair and diagnosis experience
Air conditioning certified
ASE certifications: Suspension/Steering, Air brake, Diesel/Gasoline, Transmission/Differential
Experience in transmission/differential repair
Intermediate computer skills with diagnosis programs preferred
Experience with Mack/Detroit engines
Basic welding skills
Must be able to bend, twist, and lift up to 100+ lbs and pass lifting test.
Must have own basic tools and tool chest.

Responsibilities

Perform basic inspection (check fluids, lights, brakes, etc.)
Perform preventive maintenance on cars, trucks, trailers, and other equipment.
Responsible for diagnosis and repair of tractors including but not limited to brakes, suspension, transmissions
Responsible for body repair including welding
Fuel company equipment.
Keep garage and all working areas clean.
Record and enter maintenance and parts information into the computer.
Work in a safe manner adhering to all MDI, state, and federal safety guidelines.
Operate trailer yard spotter as needed.
Will be required to be on call, as needed.
Change truck and trailer tires, as needed.
May be required to do other jobs or tasks, as needed.