Job Summary
Join our dynamic team as a Vehicle Maintenance Mechanic, where your expertise in heavy equipment, automotive systems, and mechanical repairs will keep our fleet running smoothly and efficiently. In this role, you'll be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a wide variety of vehicles and equipment, ensuring safety, reliability, and optimal performance. Your hands-on skills and attention to detail will directly contribute to the seamless operation of our transportation and industrial assets. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to work with diverse machinery in a fast-paced environment that values precision and proactive maintenance.
Duties
- Perform comprehensive inspections and diagnostics on vehicles including trucks, forklifts, excavators, and farm machinery using schematics and electrical testing tools.
- Conduct repairs on mechanical systems such as transmissions, suspensions, brakes, hydraulics, air brakes, shocks & struts, and steering components.
- Fabricate parts or modify equipment using welding, cutting, and hand tools to meet specific operational needs.
- Maintain heavy equipment like excavators, loaders, and tractors by replacing worn parts and ensuring optimal functioning of hydraulic and mechanical systems.
- Troubleshoot electrical issues related to automotive electrical systems including lighting, sensors, starters, alternators, and wiring harnesses.
- Perform routine maintenance tasks such as tire service, oil changes, fluid top-offs, alignment checks, and HVAC system servicing for vehicle comfort.
- Use schematics and technical manuals to accurately diagnose issues; document repairs thoroughly for record-keeping and future reference.
Qualifications
- Proven dealership or heavy equipment mechanic experience with a strong background in vehicle systems repair.
- Skilled in automotive diagnostics with knowledge of diesel engines, transmissions, HVAC systems, suspension components, and hydraulics.
- Hands-on experience operating heavy machinery such as excavators, cranes, forklifts, tractors-trailers or similar industrial equipment.
- Proficiency with schematics interpretation and electrical system troubleshooting.
- Ability to use power tools, hand tools, welding equipment and perform mechanical assembly or fabrication tasks confidently.
- Familiarity with vehicle maintenance procedures including tire service and brake repair; experience with service technician roles is preferred.
- Strong mechanical knowledge complemented by excellent problem-solving skills; capable of heavy lifting safely when required.
- Excellent customer service skills to communicate effectively with team members and support operational needs.
Join us to be part of a dedicated team that keeps our fleet moving forward! We value your expertise in vehicle mechanics and offer a rewarding environment where your skills make a real impact every day.
Pay: $24.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Mechanic: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
