About this role
BWI Companies has an excellent opportunity for an experienced Mechanic.
In this role, you will:
• Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment, and jacks.
• 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 replace brakes, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment.
• Perform routine repairs and inspections on tires, including mounting and dismounting tires for replacement or repair. Be accountable for tire rotation on power units as well as overall tire inventory.
• Perform routine repairs and inspections on lift gates, including batteries, hydraulic lines, chains, platforms.
• Raise trucks, trailers, and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks.
• 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, chassis 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.
• Attach test instruments to equipment and read dials and gauges to diagnose malfunctions.
• Rewire ignition systems, lights, and instrument panels.
• Repair and adjust seats, doors, and windows, and install and repair accessories.
• Inspect, repair, and maintain automotive and mechanical equipment and machinery such as pumps, compressors, and trailers.
The ideal candidate will:
• Accept responsibility and account for actions.
• Act with a sense of urgency.
• Have decision making ability.
• Accurately and thoroughly complete tasks.
• Communicate effectively.
• Be organized and follow policies and systematic method of performing tasks.
• Be reliable and demonstrate honesty and integrity.
• Be able to effectively and efficiently work independently.
To apply for this position, you must have a high school diploma (or GED), One to two years of experience preferred. Hold a Class A CDL, maintain a Moving Violation Record (MVR) of three (3) or less violations within a three (3) year period. No DWI or DUI convictions within the past five (5) years.
Key benefits include 401(k) retirement plan with generous company match, excellent health, dental & vision care plan options, flexible spending account and health savings account options, life & disability insurance, paid vacation, and 8 paid company holidays.
The candidate will be compensated based on their work experience and skills. Hours are 5am-2pm, Tuesday-Saturday.