Diesel Mechanic

Diesel Mechanic

Position Summary:

This position is required to safely and accurately perform general property and vehicle maintenance & repair duties in and around the shop operations in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge and understanding basic preventative maintenance and repair techniques of Class 5 through Class 8 commercial vehicles to include tank trailer inspection and maintenance related to FMCSA regulations is required.

• Fleet Mechanic Apprentices will receive hands on training and instruction on preventive maintenance/inspections/repairs of Class 5 through Class 8 Commercial Vehicles and maintenance/inspection of tank trailers.
• Fleet Mechanic Levels I & II will learn and become proficient utilizing the company's maintenance software program to create and complete work orders and maintain work order/vehicle maintenance records. They will also train/assist other technicians in performing preventive/repair of facilities and equipment to include trucks, tractors, and trailers.
• Fleet Mechanic Level III will build on the duties from Diesel Mechanic I/II and become qualified as necessary with appropriate certifications to perform new technology evaluations, diagnosis, and repairs.
• HM183 will build on the duties of a Level III Diesel Mechanic, Certified as a (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). motor vehicle inspector in compliance with FMCSR's and has been signing test forms as the Registered Inspector for at least 3 years.

Perform vehicle maintenance & repair duties safely and accurately in a fast‑paced shop environment.

• Valid Driver's License
• Minimum 1–5 years of experience in heavy‑duty vehicle maintenance/repair (Tech levels will be determined by years of experience and certifications)
• Holds a current Air Brake Certification in compliance with FMSCR 396.25 or has at least 1 year of verifiable experience with the ability to obtain Air Brake Certification through KAG
• EPA 609 certification (Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning Repair) or the ability to obtain certification through KAG

• Valid Driver's License
• Verifiable proof of 3‑year tank testing commercial motor vehicle inspector in compliance with FMSCR or has at least 1 year of verifiable experience under a qualified inspector with the ability to obtain  motor vehicle inspector certification through KAG

• Frequently lifting up to 50 pounds; anything over 50 pounds is lifted with assistance.

$21.00–$30.00 per hour.

• Opportunities for growth with extensive onsite paid training
• Guaranteed pay increases with completion of training programs and verified prior experience
• $100 boot allowance paid in quarterly installments
• $250 semi‑annual tool allowance after one year of service (up to $500 annually)
• Medical/dental/vision/401(k) match, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays

Kenan Advantage Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. No person will be discriminated against in any aspect of their employment on the basis of any status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Note:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of associates so classified. Management retains the right to assign or reassign duties at any time. Job description is subject to change.