DoD SkillBridge Fleet Mechanic - Diesel Technician

Overview

DoD Skill Bridge Fleet Mechanic - Diesel Technician role supporting the maintenance and repair of fleet road equipment, including tractors, trailers, thermoking units, converters, dollys, and maintenance vehicles. The position requires compliance with state and federal trucking regulations and ongoing maintenance documentation. The role may include road rescue duties as needed. This internship is part of the DoD Skill Bridge program and is unpaid and non-benefit eligible.

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, replace and complete repairs on diesel equipment (tractors, trailers, bobtails, reefers, lift gates, etc.).
• Perform preventative maintenance within company standards.
• Complete documentation of all repair orders, PM lists, and parts accountability.
• Handle road service calls and perform road rescue/transport of equipment as needed.
• Log assigned repairs in the Shop Fax system and maintain a clean, safe work environment compliant with safety and government rules.
• Maintain inventory and proper recordkeeping; back up other maintenance shop personnel as needed.
• Willingness to assume increased responsibility and certifications; perform other duties as assigned.
• Must have (3) years of verifiable hands-on experience as a heavy duty diesel mechanic or reefer mechanic or (2) years with Diesel Mechanic Certification or TK/Carrier Refrigeration Certification or both.

• Diagnostic and troubleshooting competency related to equipment repairs; strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Prior experience administering an appropriate PM program.
• Must furnish own personal hand tools.
• CDL A and DOT certification preferred.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: ability to comply with EPA and OSHA regulations; ability to read and understand technical/service manuals; excellent communication and teamwork skills; ability to manage multiple functions in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision; ability to adapt to changing organizational needs; computer/software experience; ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends; overtime availability.

• Location:
  
  Myrtle Beach, SC
• Compensation: $40,000 - $80,000 (note: as described, internship is unpaid; verify posting context)
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time (as listed in posting);
  Seniority level:
  Not Applicable
• Industry: Food and Beverage Services
• EOE statement: EOE– Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status

Note:

The application is available to active-duty service members eligible to participate in a DoD Skill Bridge Internship. The service member must be within the last 12 months of their active-duty contract.