Mechanic - Automotive Technician

Les Schwab•Prineville, OR

56d

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: Perform a variety of basic mechanical duties under the direction of supervisor or journeyman mechanic to ensure vehicles/equipment are operating in a safe, efficient, and environmentally-conscious manner through mechanical maintenance, service, and repair. Swing Shift: Tuesday-Saturday - 12pm-8:30pm or Sunday-Thursday 12pm-8:30pm

Requirements

1 year experience as mechanic and/or trade school with autos or heavy duty vehicles and/or demonstrated knowledge of general mechanics.
Valid driver's license
Willingness to acquire and maintain CDL preferred - training provided
Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical aptitude and diagnosis skills
Ability to meets requirements of DOT 3.96 to sign-off on repairs and perform DOT inspections within 12 months of hire
Ability to acquire and maintain forklift certification
Basic computer skills
Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, kneeling, crawling and stooping.
Visually inspect tools, equipment, or machines.
Frequently required to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance, occasionally up to 70 lbs.
Move up and down stairs, and/or ladder.
Grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying size and weight.
Ability to climb, remain, and work at heights of approximately 20 feet high.
Must have the ability to hear and close visual acuity.

Responsibilities

Monitor, inspect, and diagnose heavy duty trucks, trailers, forklifts, dollies, company passenger vehicles, and material handling equipment and perform preventative maintenance.
Test drive equipment during the diagnose and repair process.
Utilize equipment manuals and schematics in the repair and maintenance of equipment.
Lube, oil changes and general fluid
Air brake systems
Electrical wiring repair
Replace tires
Welding and fabrication
Other duties as assigned