Truck Mechanic

Dead River Company • Waterville, ME

5d

About The Position

The Truck Mechanic maintains company vehicles and other equipment in safe mechanical condition, performs preventive maintenance to reduce wear, damage, and breakdowns, and keeps the fleet operationally ready. The role includes inspecting and repairing vehicles and fuel-system equipment, maintaining records and parts inventory, and coordinating outside repairs with vendors. Routine maintenance and parts replacement decisions are made by the mechanic; major repairs and associated parts expenditures require approval from the Operations Manager.

Most work takes place inside a repair garage, with periodic road-service calls in all types of weather. The position involves contact with petroleum products, fumes, and cleaning solvents; work around moving mechanical parts; and occasional vibration and electrical-shock risks. Work may be under, inside, or on top of vehicles. Frequent standing and hand/arm use are required, along with frequent communication. The mechanic may occasionally need to lift 25 to 100 pounds or more.

Requirements

• Several years of experience, or a combination of experience and training, with thorough knowledge of diesel and gasoline engines, air and hydraulic brake systems, vehicle wiring, suspension, and other vehicle systems.
• Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License with hazardous materials, air brake, and tank endorsements.
• CETP training and certification.
• Brake adjusting license.
• Ability to pass a D.O.T. physical.
• State vehicle inspection license.
• Ability to prioritize workloads and distinguish between minor, major, and safety-related repairs.
• Ability to work well with others as a team player.
• Awareness of hazards and potential injuries associated with tools used in the job.
• Knowledge of Material Safety Data Sheets relating to chemicals and petroleum products, and hazardous materials training.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including frequent standing and hand/arm use, occasional climbing and crawling under vehicles, working in awkward positions, and lifting up to 100 pounds or more occasionally.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• Vocational or technical training relating to automotive mechanics.

Responsibilities

• Review daily truck reports and promptly repair safety issues.
• Perform lubrication, fluid checks, and oil changes according to preventive maintenance schedules and vehicle manufacturers’ recommendations.
• Conduct routine repairs on vehicle systems and components, including tire changes and rotation, brake repair, spring replacement, and troubleshooting and repair of truck systems.
• Perform required state and federal D.O.T. vehicle inspections.
• Maintain and repair fuel pumping equipment, piping, ticket registers, and emergency shut-off systems.
• Maintain records for vehicles and equipment.
• Track parts used and report inventory needs to the supervisor.
• Schedule outside repairs with appropriate vendors.
• Keep garage and maintenance areas neat and organized.
• Participate in special projects as necessary.

Benefits

• Paid weekly.
• Health insurance, with premiums as low as $6.41 for full-time employees.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Company-provided life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Tuition assistance for employees.
• Scholarships available for employees’ children.
• Discounts on company products and services.
• Opportunities for growth throughout the company’s footprint.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed