Entry Level Mechanic

The Maintenance Mechanic will perform maintenance on light-duty trucks and commercial motor vehicles. (CMV)

Must know how to Sandblast and how to weld.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Performs preventive maintenance inspections and service on vehicles.

• Thoroughly maintenances vehicles, removing parts and reinstalling as necessary.

• Oils and lubricates moving parts on vehicles to ensure effective performance.

• Records and reports damaged, worn, or broken parts.

• Installs replacement parts for vehicles.

• Identifies the causes of unexpected breakdowns of vehicles.

• Repairs broken down vehicles quickly and efficiently.

• Prepares reports documenting work performed.

• Keeps shop area clean and organized.

• Coordinates with managers to schedule regular maintenance on vehicles.

• Collaborates with shop manager or supervisor regarding new products being added and modifications that will be required.

• Makes necessary modifications and implements tests runs; confers with shop manager regarding test results and makes additional alterations to vehicle as required.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Mechanically inclined with great problem-solving skills.

• Works well independently and with others.

• Good communication skills.

• Organized with attention to detail.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced and stressful environment.

Education and Experience:

• Some vocational or community college with related coursework or equivalent experience, required.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods standing and walking.

• Able to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed.

• Must be able to visually inspect trucks.

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds***.***