DIESEL MECHANIC - $1500 SIGN-ON BONUS

DIESEL MECHANIC - $1500 SIGN-ON BONUS

03 Oct 2024
California, San francisco bay area 00000 San francisco bay area USA

DIESEL MECHANIC - $1500 SIGN-ON BONUS

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

Free vision and dental coverage

50% off for employee medical benefits

Eligible for a quarterly bonus

401-K match

Free produce you can take home

Employee-priced produce

BBQ’s every other Thursday

Employee recognition lunch is provided on the first Tuesday of each month

Paid time off

Life & disability benefits

Identity theft protection

Employee assistance program

Pet insurance

529 College Savings Plan

Paid holidays

For Halloween, we offer free Pumpkins

For Thanksgiving, we offer free Organic Range Turkey

SUMMARY

The Diesel Mechanic position is responsible for all in-house maintenance and repairs for the transportation department. This person will partner with the transportation manager to build the diesel mechanic department, including inventory management and building out the tools storage area.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensures proper and accurate documentation of all maintenance performed

Complete work order reports in writing and electronically

Perform preventative and routine maintenance on tractors, trailers, and other equipment

Perform basic diagnostics to identify the source of trouble and make adjustments for safe and efficient operation

Ensuring the company has the safest trucks placed in service and are free of mechanical defects

Changing tires on trucks and support vehicles

Enter daily repairs and services into the computer-based fleet tracking system

Test drive vehicles to verify repairs and vehicle performance

Daily visual vehicle inspections

Perform 90-day BIT inspections for DOT

Build and manage parts inventory using company software

Ensure the cleanliness of the shop

Develop and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers

Provide excellent customer service

Punctuality and reliable attendance

Wear proper safety equipment at all times

Escalate issues to leadership when necessary

HVAC Responsibilities:

Service, repair, install, and maintain existing HVAC and refrigeration equipment, including split-system/package units, air handlers, condensing units, heat exchangers, heaters, cooling towers, chillers, boilers, VAV boxes, exhaust hoods and fans, and evaporator coolers

Perform routine maintenance on HVAC equipment, including greasing bearings, cleaning out condensation lines, cleaning coils, vacuuming return grills and ducts, and checking belt tension and pulleys

Adhere to a preventative maintenance routine

Maintain records and process necessary forms

Inform personnel regarding procedures and status of work orders

Participates in meetings, workshops, training, and seminars as assigned

Maintain inventory, ensuring the availability of items required to complete installations and repairs

Perform other duties as directed, developed, or assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

Non-applicable

QUALIFICATIONS

3+ years of work experience as a mechanic, repairing trucks, automobiles, or diesel, or a combination of education and practical knowledge is required

A high school or GED diploma is required

Basic knowledge of gas and diesel engines is required

Proficient with working on Cummings and Detroit engines is required

Certified and licensed as a diesel mechanic by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) is preferred

Completed a formal auto/diesel engine training program (e.g., training presented by a community college trade/vocational school or military) is preferred

Experience welding or a welding certificate (professional, personal, and volunteer experience) is preferred

Background in an environment that requires wearing personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection is required

Experience working with, on, and around moving heavy equipment (professional, personal, and volunteer experience) is required

Knowledge of using and operating testing equipment, gauges, and tools associated with vehicle troubleshooting and repairs is required

Basic computer skills, including maintenance programs and diagnostic systems required

Familiarity with precision measurement instruments, oxygen/acetylene equipment, and lifting devices (bottle, floor, wheel, transmission jacks, floor cranes, etc.) is preferred

Able to frequently lift components weighing over 50 pounds with appropriate equipment and assistance from another person is required

Ability to safely operate vehicles equipped with manual and automatic transmission is required

Ability to enter and exit the driver’s compartment of the truck and behind the cab using normally available foot and handholds is required

Paint and bodywork experience is preferred

Language Skills

Excellent Communication skills, including reading, writing, and verbal

Bilingual (Spanish) is a big plus

Technical Skills

Strong ability to ensure road and equipment safety

Perform CHP and DOT inspections and documentation

Ability to partner with Drivers, Operations, Mechanics, Dealerships, etc

Reasoning Ability

Ability to think independently to solve practical problems and deal with situations without guidelines. Ability to interpret various written, oral, report, or schedule instructions.

Ability to use a computer-based maintenance system to log services and repairs

Equipment

Operate equipment such as, but not limited to, forklift, stand-up pallet jack, electric pallet jack, computer, calculator, copier, and phone. Tractors, Trailer, Box Trucks, Air Jacks, Jack stands

Other Skills & Abilities

Able to work with minimal or no supervision

Ability to multi-task and prioritize under pressure

Excellent organizational skills

High accuracy in work with attention to detail

Ability to complete projects promptly

Ability to respond positively to constructive feedback

Solution-oriented attitude with a willingness to proactively solve issues

Ability to maintain logs and records. Excellent customer service skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Stand and walk or sit alternatively depending on the specific needs of the day

Have a constant need to perform the following physical activities: bending/stooping/squatting, climbing stairs, pushing, pulling, twisting, lifting, and reaching above shoulders

Have frequent need to perform standing and walking activities

Lifting/carrying a minimum of 50 lbs regularly and over 50 lbs occasionally

Vision requirements: consistent need to complete forms. Frequent need to see small details. Frequent need to see things clearly beyond arm's reach

Hearing requirements: consistent need to communicate over the telephone and in person

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is generally moderate but may be high during certain times of the day due to business level

Exposure to climate conditions of the geographic area

Exposure to chemicals, oils, greases, paints, or other irritants

HOW TO APPLY:

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