Diesel Mechanic

Job Description

Job Title: Diesel Mechanic

Description

Mechanics perform repairs and preventive maintenance on Trucks and Trailers. The preventive maintenance may involve assembly, disassembly, and/or repair of lubrication systems, cooling systems, electrical systems, hydraulic systems, brakes, suspension systems and exhaust systems

Duties & Responsibilities-

Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition

Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries and lubricating equipment and machinery

Adjust and reline brakes, align wheels, tighten bolts and screws and reassemble equipment

Raise trucks or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists

Test drive trucks to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly

Inspect, test and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, charts and pressure gauges

Examine and adjust protective guards, loose bolts and specified safety devices

Inspect and verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to factory specifications

Specialize in repairing and maintaining parts of the engine

May drive forklift or other powered industrial truck

May lift a tire and a rim onto mounting mechanism to mount tire onto rim

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of DOT, OSHA and other related state and federal regulations

Must meet all regulatory requirements to operate trucks and other equipment used.

Minimum Requirements:

Education: High School Diploma, GED and equivalent work experience

Two years of vehicle/hydraulic maintenance or welding experience demonstrating progressive levels of skill attained Equipment/Tools Used: Hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, precision instruments. Power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, lathes, welding equipment and jacks, torch and hoists

Special Skills, Education or Licensure Required:

Experience in heavy diesel repair

CDL Class A license

Ability to become State Certified in multiple areas of repairs

Certified to operate forklift

Full-time