Truck Shop Mechanic

** Description*
* ** JOB DESCRIPTION*
* Maintains diesel and gasoline powered equipment and trucks, all makes and models, operation by completing inspections and preventive maintenance requirements; correcting vehicle deficiencies; making adjustments and alignments; keeping records

** Requirements** :

+ Satisfactory completion of the Company's standard drug and alcohol screen and background check process

+ Must be willing to follow orders and be able to work safely.

+ Have good communication skills.

+ Must be self-motivated.

+ Must have good leadership skills and be able to deal with all types of work situations.

+ Must be willing to work long hours and over-time where deemed necessary.

+ Must be able to work under demanding work conditions.

+ Must provide own tools

** Responsibilities:*
* + Determines vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts.

+ Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; controlling corrosion; completing winterization procedures.

+ Corrects vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics; completes machine shop operations; making adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.

+ Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems.

+ Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.

+ Maintains vehicle appearance by cleaning, washing, and painting.

+ Maintains vehicle records by annotating services and repairs.

+ Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.

+ Contains costs by using warranty; evaluating service and parts options.

+ Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.

+ Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications.

+ Enhances maintenance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

** EOE/Vets/Disability**