Mechanic-Heavy Duty Truck

Woodhaven, MI (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=25325+Hall+Rd+Woodhaven+MI+48183)

Job Type

Full-time

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

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.

• 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

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Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

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

Ability to communicate effectively across various levels of the organization, and communicate with customers and external vendors Ability to read, analyze and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedural manuals

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

Protective Clothing & Equipment Used: Steel-toe boots, gloves, goggles, ear plugs and overalls

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

AAP/EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.