Truck Shop Mechanic (65793)
About The Position
This position is primarily responsible for performing preventative and corrective maintenance, as directed by the Truck Shop foreman, on vehicles ranging from autos and pickups through class 8 trucks and trailers, knuckle-boom cranes, forklifts, small motor driven equipment and other rental equipment. While assuring shop and field work compliance with all regulatory standards, the Truck Shop mechanic is also responsible for maintaining equipment operation by completing inspections and preventive maintenance requirements, correcting vehicle deficiencies and by making adjustments and alignments.
Requirements
- High school degree, diploma or a GED equivalent qualification from an accredited institution.
- Bachelor’s degree or an associate’s degree or diploma in mechanical or automotive engineering or any other related field of study, with 2 – 3 years of experience of working as a fleet mechanic.
- Must possess a valid and clean commercial Class A Driver's License issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Knowledge of engines, transmissions and controls
- Knowledge of brakes and suspensions
- Skilled in diagnosis and repair of electrical systems on trucks and equipment
- Skilled in DOT inspections
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to anticipate and solve practical problems
Responsibilities
- Follow all company and truck shop safety rules.
- Participate in safety meetings and branch audits.
- Promote and actively participate in the company Health and Environmental, Safety and Security Programs.
- Maintain equipment operation by completing inspections and preventive maintenance requirements, correcting vehicle deficiencies and by making adjustments and alignments.
- Determine vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests, identifying worn and damaged parts.
- Keep equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules, and by performing corrective maintenance as required by work order priorities.
- Correct 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 and suspensions.
- Verify vehicle performance by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems.
- Comply with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.
- Maintain vehicle appearance by cleaning, washing, and painting.
- Maintain vehicle records by recording services and repairs on work orders and by notifying the shop foreman of repair requirements.
- Keep shop equipment in safe operating condition by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies and performing preventive maintenance.
- Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading technical and regulation publications.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
