Diesel Mechanic

What you will be doing

Maintain all vehicles to Company/DOT specifications at the lowest possible cost per mile. The position will be based in Irvine, CA.

• Perform preventative maintenance checks on all tractors every 30,000 miles and trailers every three months as indicated on the preventative maintenance schedule.
• Repair any equipment problems and answer drivers’ telephone requests for assistance with equipment failure while out on the road.
• Maintain and repair all equipment to include engine, electrical, drive train, suspension, body and fender, etc.
• Must supply own tools with the proper toolbox, including air tools.
• Follow company procedures. Ensure a safe work environment.
• Responsible for performing all job duties with honesty and integrity.

Competitive Wages – The hourly rate for this role is $33.56 per hour, but no less than the local minimum wage. Starting rates will vary based on location, experience, qualifications, and the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement.

• Must possess a minimum of 5 years’ experience in heavy‑duty tractor/trailer repair. May require valid DOT physical card, a driver’s license, and may need certification in the use of refrigerant and recycling equipment. Ability to complete appropriate documents in an efficient and legible manner. Computer skills are helpful.
• Manual dexterity, overall coordination and good balance are required. Frequently working with body over at the waist, in kneeling or squatting position, working or reaching with arms at or above shoulder height while performing all repairs. Frequently lifting and/or using a maximum force for replacement parts from 1 to 100 pounds. Must be able to stand, walk and work in close quarters, prone or awkward positions for lengthy periods;
  
  operate heavy garage repair equipment and work on ladders; perform required mechanical repairs on diesel trucks and trailers; drive tractor truck and 53‑foot or doubles combination semi‑trailer.
• Mental alertness is necessary to ensure safe and accurate completion of work activities as well as working with heavy machinery. Ability to work with a variety of test equipment, tools, lube equipment, on‑board computers and other working equipment.
• Mechanics must have the ability to drive a repair vehicle off the premise to perform emergency repairs on the road.
• Must be able to work full time with the ability to work any shift and be on call 24 hours per day.
• Exposure to hazards exists with respect to equipment, work areas, tools, welding equipment, presses, and other power equipment. Ability to apply required use and safety knowledge. Frequent exposure to diesel and cleaning agents, exhaust fumes, noise, vibration, and severe weather conditions. Hands and arms are exposed to lubricants, sharp‑edged tools, and hot and cold surfaces. Possible exposure to hazardous chemicals with respect to equipment and work aids necessary to perform job duties.

Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.