About this role
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.
• The Diesel Truck Mechanic diagnoses and repair tractors and trailers. • Perform annual/systematic 90-day inspection in order to ensure equipment meets federal FHWA standards. • The Diesel Truck Mechanic performs the following on cargo tanks: internal, external, and upper coupler inspections, heat system, leakage, vacuum, pressure tests and vapor tightness test (EPA Method 27). • Determine the overall mechanical condition of tractors, trailers and associated equipment, diagnoses component malfunctions and initiates repair actions. • The Diesel Truck Mechanic repairs components by replacing worn or damaged parts with new or reconditioned parts. • Correct vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, brakes, hubs, bearings, seals, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, steering, hydraulics; control linkages, clutches, and traction units. • The Diesel Truck Mechanic uses technical publications or automated systems in maintaining vehicles to prescribed manufacturers’ maintenance schedules and for researching parts. • Properly annotate all maintenance and labor performed in maintenance management software. • The Diesel Truck Mechanic operates a yard hostler truck to move trailers within the facility yard and the shop as needed. • Communicate the need to order and receive parts and supplies as needed. • The Diesel Truck Mechanic adheres to all established safety (OSHA) and environmental policies and standards to include identification, use, and proper procedures for handling or disposal of hazardous wastes. • Clean, organize, and maintain the work environment to ensure equipment longevity and workplace safety. • The Diesel Truck Mechanic performs welding repairs as needed. • Perform additional duties as assigned. • The Diesel Truck Mechanic reports directly to The Shop Supervisor.