Mechanic, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Summary

Primarily responsible to perform maintenance work on a Fleet of Extensive Diesel Engine Heavy Duty Trucks and Trailers. May operate earth-moving equipment or trucks.

• On Call availability for emergency breakdowns
• Diagnoses malfunctions and performs vehicle repairs (e.g. adjust/test steering, electrical, cooling, lubricating, braking systems, drive trains, suspensions, power steering units, clutches, transmissions and oil, temperature, gas regulating components, adjust/test/rebuild engines etc.) and related assigned duties within qualification level, in accordance with all relevant Federal, State/Provincial and local guidelines and requirements.
• Test-drives vehicles to ensure repair resolved the problem.
• Arranges for and obtains appropriate inspections and approval of all major repairs before vehicle is released from maintenance facility.
• Maintains a safe, clean, productive and efficient work area including ensuring the work area is in compliance with all relevant Federal, State/Provincial and local guidelines and requirements.
• Identifies and reports any additional maintenance and/or repairs found necessary in conducting assigned repairs and maintenance including repairs and maintenance required to be performed by Technicians with a higher qualification level.
• Records time spent, parts used and repairs and/or maintenance conducted on appropriate form.
• Advise Maintenance Supervisor and or manager of unsafe maintenance conditions or practices and/or vehicle abuse.
• Performs road calls and on the road repairs as assigned.
• Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.

• Technical knowledge of major vehicle systems and diesel equipment is required
• Diagnostic, Electrical, and AC skills are a must
• Have previous fleet experience and are familiar with diesel and gasoline systems
• Possess the recommended minimum Hand tools for a Master Technician
• Ability to use good judgment and Decision Making skills
• Must pass DOT pre-employment physical, drug screen and background check

• 2-3 Years diesel mechanic experience or entry level mechanic
• Valid Driver's License

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to work in a closed vehicle or equipment, cramped work spaces and getting into awkward positions.
• The employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls, to stand, sit, twist, bend a conduct repetitive movement.
• The employee must lift and carry equipment weighing 50-75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The work is primarily performed in the shop, yard, and office or vehicle environment, often non-controlled environmental conditions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.
• To reduce exposure to harmful materials, workers often wear coveralls, gloves, shoe covers, safety glasses, or goggles and a hard hat.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.