$2,500 Sign on Bonus Offered to Eligible Candidate

 

General Purpose:

Provide daily team leadership to mechanics, working in tandem with them as needed. Ensure that repairs are completed timely and efficiently with attention to detail and quality. Train and guide mechanics, instructing and advising on maintenance repair procedures and diagnostics.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Communicate work order requirements to shop employees, directing and redirecting activities as needed to successfully manage the daily schedule
• Monitor that all repair and maintenance work is performed in a safe, efficient, and timely manner. Verify all jobs are performed to the highest levels of quality and professionalism
• Work alongside mechanics when appropriate and/or as time allows. Identify root cause of failures/conditions and perform vehicle and preventive maintenance, component replacements, and repairs
• Serve as an escalation point for unusual or difficult situations or repair activities
• Advise management and other mechanics on shop repairs
• Diagnose mechanical and electronic problems, using diagnostic computer when applicable
• Interact with drivers to properly determine nature of complaint
• Assist team when needed to pull parts being used on jobs
• Coordinate with the appropriate individual to monitor and control inventory, supplies, and equipment levels; maintain levels as required to assure completion of all work orders without delay
• Review the daily sheets or electronic records for accuracy of labor and material being charged to jobs and make corrections when needed
• Ensure completion of or complete work orders and paperwork in a timely and accurate manner, maintaining high quality standards in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOP’s)
• Keep management informed of safety, operator, and equipment observations and concerns
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and assist in implementing changes or improvements
• Aid the team to reach performance expectations through training and coaching to continually develop and improve the workforce
• Actively promote adherence to safety procedures and established company policies in general
• Ensure inspections and certifications of equipment are conducted as required and work in accordance with all federal, state, and corporate compliance guidelines (e.g., safety, DOT)
• Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area which may include wearing of all required personal protective equipment in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.
• Maintain advanced knowledge of truck and/or trailer components (brakes, electrical systems, suspensions, structural components, aftertreatment,) and the direct repair and maintenance of
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required
• This is a full-time position

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 4+ years of mechanic, maintenance, or related experience with demonstrated leadership attributes
• Certification and/or License –CDL Class A License is required. Mechanic certification, refrigeration license, or other relevant certifications or licenses may be required

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong skill with engines, anti-lock braking system, transmission, diagnostic equipment, and software
• Air Conditioning skills
• Understanding of, diagnosing and repair of aftertreatment
• Proficient computer skills
• Strong knowledge and understanding of DOT regulations
• Able to organize time, energy, and resources effectively to achieve goals (i.e., organizational skills)
• Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills)
• Able to promote a team environment; collaborate and encourage employee engagement
• Able to handle challenging or conflict situ