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Diesel Technician/mechanic

Full-time · GA, United States

Job description

We are looking for a Technician/Mechanic to join our team!

Responsibilities

The Diesel Technician/Mechanic is responsible for maintaining diesel and gas equipment operation by completing inspections and preventive maintenance requirements; correcting vehicle & equipment deficiencies; making adjustments and alignments; keeping records. In addition to the referenced requirements the employee will also be responsible, but not limited to the items below:

  • Ensure all safety standards are upheld. PPE is worn at all times when you are outside of your truck

  • Participate in all of shop’s weekly safety meetings

  • Determines vehicle & equipment conditions by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests, identifying worn and damaged parts.

  • Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; controlling corrosion; completing winterization procedures.

  • Corrects vehicle & equipment deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics; completes machine shop operations; making adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.

  • Verifies vehicle & equipment performances by conducting test drives, adjusting controls and systems.

  • Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.

  • Maintains vehicle & equipment appearance by cleaning, washing, and painting.

  • Maintains vehicle & equipment records by annotating services and repairs.

  • Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.

  • Contains costs by using warranty, evaluating service and parts options.

  • Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.

  • Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications.

  • Enhances maintenance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

  • Maintain upkeep on shop/working area to comply with Martin’s image standards daily.

  • If a company truck is driven a pre-trip and post trip inspection must be logged.

  • This position reports directly to the Shop Manager with a dotted line of responsibility to the General Superintendent.

  • Minimum Requirements

  • Extensive Knowledge of mechanics on diesel equipment and vehicles

  • Ability to pass pre-hire and random drug screenings

  • High school diploma or general educational degree (GED)

  • Valid state driver’s license with no serious traffic offenses within the last 3 years

  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, road signs, and operating and maintenance instructions

  • Ability to occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, taste and smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds

In addition to the above listed minimum requirements, candidates who possess the following skills, experience, and capabilities may receive greater consideration during the evaluation process:

  • OSHA Certification
  • Degree/diploma in mechanics
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish)'

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