Diesel & Forklift Mechanic

Diesel Vehicle Technician

This position is responsible for the inspection, diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of diesel-powered vehicles and pallet jack maintenance.

Supports Allen Harim's mission, vision and values

Performing preventive and periodic maintenance of diesel powered trucks, including mechanical and physical inspections, road tests, fluid changes, lubricating components, brake service, tune-ups, component repair and replacement, air conditioning service and replacement, tire replacement and rotation.

Perform minor and major repairs including engine component repair and replacement, electrical component repair and replacement, transmission and drive train service and repair, body and trim repair, suspension system repair and interior component service.

Perform diagnostics and troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical systems issues.

Must be able to use hand and power tools to diagnose equipment

Diagnose and resolve malfunctions, including hydraulic, electrical and mechanical problems

Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to all safety procedures and other regulatory requirements.

Be available to respond to after-hours calls involving operations critical vehicle breakdowns.

Other duties as assigned

Some Saturdays may be expected

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Note for level:
Basic:
Incumbent is able to use their knowledge/skill with support by more experienced individuals. Advanced:
Incumbent is able to independently use their knowledge/skill. Expert:
Incumbent is able to train others on their knowledge/skill.

Possess superior interpersonal and communication skills.

Education and/or

Experience:

High school graduate or GED plus advanced technical/vocational course work related work experience.

Air brake certification CDL or willing to obtain it light duty vehicles to class A maintenance Minimum 5 years experience in vehicle repair and maintenance.

Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English Language.

EPA license for Vehicle air conditioning (IMVAC), preferred.

Ability to work and function independently with minimum supervision; may direct the work of others.

Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.

Knowledge/

Skills:

Excellent communication skills Basic PC skills required – MS office suite Excellent attention to detail Poultry processing experience

List the supervisory responsibilities the position must perform; include the department or position titles responsible for and the level of authority exercised in performing the responsibilities. N/A

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms, bend, sit and lift up to 75 lbs.