Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Diesel Mechanic specializing in semi-truck maintenance and repair! In this energetic and vital role, you will be at the forefront of ensuring the safety, reliability, and efficiency of heavy-duty trucks that keep goods moving across the country. Your expertise will help keep our fleet operating smoothly, allowing us to meet delivery deadlines and maintain high standards of vehicle performance. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to apply your mechanical skills in a fast-paced environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to excel.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive diagnostics and repairs on diesel engines, transmissions, suspensions, brakes, hydraulics, and electrical systems of semi-trucks.
- Conduct routine maintenance including oil changes, tire service, air brake inspections, wheel alignments, shocks & struts replacement, and general vehicle upkeep.
- Utilize schematics and technical manuals to troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues efficiently.
- Operate heavy equipment such as forklifts, excavators, cranes, and other industrial machinery safely during repair or fabrication tasks.
- Fabricate parts or components as needed using welding and hand tools to ensure proper fit and function.
- Inspect vehicles thoroughly to identify potential problems early and prevent breakdowns; perform preventive maintenance accordingly.
- Maintain detailed service records, work orders, and inspection logs to ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a diesel mechanic with dealership or heavy equipment shop background preferred.
- Strong knowledge of heavy truck systems including engines, transmissions, hydraulics, HVAC systems, and vehicle electrical systems.
- Skilled in automotive diagnostics, using schematics and electronic testing tools to identify issues accurately.
- Hands-on experience with heavy equipment operation such as forklifts, excavators, cranes, or farm machinery is highly desirable.
- Proficiency in using power tools, welding equipment, soldering tools, and other maintenance instruments.
- Ability to lift heavy components safely during repairs or replacements; physically fit for demanding tasks involving heavy lifting.
- Excellent customer service skills with a focus on clear communication and teamwork in service technician roles.
Join us if you’re passionate about maintaining top-tier heavy-duty vehicles! Bring your mechanical expertise to a role where your skills directly impact operational success while enjoying a supportive environment dedicated to your growth and safety.
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
