Diesel Truck Mechanic

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Immediate position available for a Diesel Truck Mechanic Apprentice located in Clearwater, Florida. We are looking for someone willing to learn and take direction from our lead mechanic. The candidate will gain experience in heavy truck/equipment, hydraulics, air brakes, air conditioning, gas & diesel engines, drive trains, and electrical systems.

Gator Transport Group offers Medical, Vision, Dental, a $15,000 Life insurance policy upon hire with the option to elect up to $350,000, Long-term Disability, Short-term disability, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness Insurance. We also provide per diem to qualifying employees, mileage reimbursement, and paid time off. Our Diesel Truck Mechanic will work on 2017 or newer Kenworth Dump Trucks and 2019 or newer Peterbilt 389s.

• Must have at least 2 years of proven experience in diesel mechanics.
• Repair and adjust gas & diesel engines.
• Service of heavy trucks and smaller vehicles.
• Repair and modify hydraulic systems and components.
• Repair air brakes.
• Repair drive trains, electrical systems, A/C, and pneumatics.
• Assist in reviewing mechanical write-ups and coordinate repairs.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and perform repairs efficiently.
• Complete reports, work orders, order parts, and handle administrative duties.
• Operate and maintain the service truck.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Must provide own tools except specialty tools like a welder or compressor.
• Current Driver's License with a clean record.
• Open to some out-of-town travel.
• Valid CDL is a plus.
• OSHA Certification, Forklift Certification, ASE Certification are pluses.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.
• Honest, hardworking, reliable, punctual, with a positive attitude.

• Regularly use hands, talk/hear; frequently reach; occasionally stand, walk, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl.
• Lift up to 10 pounds regularly, up to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 50 pounds occasionally.

• Gator Transport Group is a Drug-Free Workplace, an Equal Opportunity Employer, and a Homeland Security E-Verify Company.

Salary: $25 - $30 per hour