Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic 3rd Shift
About The Position
The Diesel Mechanic performs preventative maintenance on a tractor trailer fleet. This is a Level I position with a schedule of Thursday, Friday, Saturday from 3pm to 3am. Responsibilities include performing basic inspections, preventive maintenance on various vehicles and equipment, diagnosing and repairing tractors (brakes, suspension, transmissions), body repair including welding, fueling company equipment, maintaining a clean work area, recording maintenance and parts information, adhering to safety guidelines, and operating a trailer yard spotter. The role also involves being on call as needed, changing truck and trailer tires, and potentially performing other tasks as required. Physical requirements include the ability to bend, stoop, stretch, and lift up to 100 lbs, and passing a lifting test. Mechanics must also have their own basic tools and tool chest.
Requirements
- 2-5 years of hands-on repair and diagnosis experience
- Air conditioning certified
- Needs the following 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.
- Must be able to bend, stoop, stretch, and lift to 100 lbs
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
