Maintenance - Truck Apprentice Tech I

Diesel Technician Apprentice I

As a valued member of our team, the Diesel Technician Apprentice I is required to perform routine and BIT safety inspections, oil changes, preventive maintenance services, possess minimum number of tools and capable of low skill level repairs.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Essential Functions:

• Basis tools needed to effectively do inspections and mechanical repairs to equipment and routine preventive services.
• Complete all maintenance duties as assigned, and repair all equipment on property including, but not limited to, diesel, plant or yard equipment.
• Efficient communication and computer skills for proper file documentation on each job performed.
• Ensure vehicles meet CHP/BIT/PM inspection requirements.
• Maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency in all maintenance.
• Maintain appropriate record keeping, Bit inspections, DVIRs, work done description and work orders.
• Track and schedule with operations or manager on vehicles status and updates.
• Will install, select or identify proper tire replacements & legal limit knowledge.
• Will inspect and identify vehicle conditions on different types of equipment such as tractors, trailers or mixers.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance to keep vehicles and equipment in compliance with DOT and company standards.

Non-Essential Duties:

• Efficient skills for scheduling and periodization of jobs.
• Able to perform required preventive maintenance services.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Core Competencies:

• Able to read and interpret documents.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment utilized in maintenance repair.
• Able to self-start and work independent of others.
• Perform and complete repairs in a timely manner.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position. General days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, hours to be determined. Not eligible for remote work. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Travel Required:

Estimated less than 25%

Minimum

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma.
• 1+ years truck-trailer repair experience preferred.
• 1+ years basic diesel mechanical experience required.
• 2+ years working on electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
• Class C Driver's License.
• Experience climbing ladders to 12 feet heights.

Preferred

Education and Experience:

• Must have own tools.
• Class B Driver's License.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.