Diesel Mechanic

Description

Lawson Drayage serves as the oldest and most respected machinery moving and high-tech handling company in the Greater Bay Area, Northern California and Western Nevada. We pride ourselves on our quality of work and value the relationships with our customers. We offer an outgoing and rewarding work environment with new experiences every day. Our company has been family owned and operated for over 100 years!

We offer competitive wages; excellent benefits including, medical, dental and vision; generous PTO pam (vacation, sick and holiday pay) and a Profit-Sharing Plan.

Lawson Drayage currently has an opening for a fleet mechanic who has previous experience in the heavy diesel industry. Pay is based on previous experience. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of diesel mechanics and an overall understanding of mechanical theory. Must be self-motivated, have a wiliness to learn in a fast-paced environment and have your own tools.

Duties & responsibilities

• Responsible for day-to-day equipment maintenance on all fleet equipment consisting of preventative maintenance from minor to major repairs on all class A trucks/trailers and forklifts
• Perform 90-day BIT inspections on all trucks, trailers and complete paperwork as needed
• Perform oil changes, grease and inspect all working units
• Knowledge of electrical systems
• Engine Repairs
• Diagnose and repair electrical, fuel systems, emission systems, steering, suspension, brakes, air conditioning, transmission and carriers
• Perform quality diagnostics and recommend repairs needed
• Perform professional repairs to OEM specs

Qualifications

• Ability to follow instructions
• Valid driver’s license required
• Good computer skills
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Effective oral and written communication
• Maintain safe work area
• Attend paid training programs

Additional Information Upon offer, the Company conducts a comprehensive pre-employment background check, physical and drug test. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Lawson Drayage is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to promoting an environment of respect, diversity and inclusion, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.