Truck Shop Mechanic

Pilgrim's•Dequeen, AR

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Truck Shop Mechanic - 2nd Shift 2pm to 10pm De Queen Arkansas Maintains diesel and gasoline powered equipment and trucks, all makes and models, operation by completing inspections and preventive maintenance requirements; correcting vehicle deficiencies; planning and alignments; keeping records. Pilgrim’s wants YOU to join our hourly Truck Shop Mechanic team! Pay is $18.15 / hour plus attendance bonus if qualifications are met of $2.75 per hour. Certifications also included within the pay scale. We are looking for candidates with good employment history that will fit and grow with our team.

Requirements

Satisfactory completion of the Company’s standard drug and alcohol screen and background check process
Must be willing to follow orders and be able to work safely.
Have good communication skills.
Must be self-motivated.
Must have good leadership skills and be able to deal with all types of work situations.
Must be willing to work long hours and over-time where deemed necessary.
Must be able to work under demanding work conditions.

Responsibilities

Determines vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts.
Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; controlling corrosion; completing winterization procedures.
Corrects vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics; completes machine shop operations; making adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.
Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems.
Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.
Maintains vehicle appearance by cleaning, washing, and painting.
Maintains vehicle records by annotating services and repairs.
Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.
Contains costs by using warranty; evaluating service and parts options.
Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications.
Enhances maintenance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.