Tractor Mechanic - Monday - Thursday, 2 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. & Friday, 11 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
About The Position
Saddle Creek Logistics Services succeeds by promoting a diverse, friendly, and respectful teamwork environment. As a vital service provider, we not only make a difference in our community but offer our associates opportunities to enhance their skills, build meaningful careers and end each day with a sense of accomplishment. If you’re looking for a family-oriented company that lives by its values and offers competitive pay and benefits, join our team today. Saddle Creek Transportation, Inc. has an immediate opening for a tractor mechanic to join our skilled team of mechanics in our Lakeland, Florida facility. If you have tractor mechanic experience and are well rounded in hydraulics, diesel engine maintenance, and general tractor and diagnostic abilities, then we want to hear from you!
Requirements
- Two years diesel mechanic experience or combination of formal training and experience.
- General mechanical ability, with extensive diesel/tractor knowledge.
- Some tractor/trailer tire experience is required.
Nice To Haves
- CDL preferred
Responsibilities
- Prepares vehicles by installing modifications; completing inspections
- Completes preventive maintenance program by inspecting and servicing vehicles; conducting performance tests; changing usable components.
- Repairs vehicles by diagnosing problems and interviewing drivers; testing functions using test equipment; repairing or replacing parts using hand tools and equipment.
- Troubleshoot brake/air systems, electronic/electrical systems, AC systems, engine and transmission systems; adjusts, repairs, replace and/or service as needed.
- Maintains vehicle records by completing data entry.
- Maintains safe vehicle operation by passing state inspections; following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
- Maintains a clean shop and work area.
- Needs to be self-motivated and work with minimal supervision.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
Benefits
- Weekly pay with skill pay and shift differentials
- Benefits package including medical, dental, vision and medical reimbursement
- Medical employee-only premium less than $10/week with wellness discounts
- HSA with annual employer contribution
- Weekly 401(k) match
- Vacation immediately upon hire
- 8 holidays per calendar year
- Personal time after 90 days
- EAP and identity theft protection
- Tuition reimbursement
- Company paid life insurance and short term disability
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
