Mechanics & Technicians

Responsibilities:

Repair trucks, trailers and other vehicles. Mechanics/Technicians repair any part on the equipment.

Job Description

 

  • Examine vehicles to determine extent of damage or malfunctions.
  • Test drive vehicles, and test components and systems, using equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges, and computerized diagnostic devices.
  • Repair, reline, replace, and adjust brakes.
  • Review work orders and discuss work with supervisors.
  • Follow checklists to ensure all important parts are examined, including belts, hoses, steering systems, brake and fuel systems, wheel bearings, and other potentially troublesome areas.
  • Plan work procedures, using charts, technical manuals, and experience.
  • Test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers’ performance specifications.
  • Communicate with driver to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems. Verify problems by checking the DVIR and sign off on repairs when completed.
  • Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune-ups.
  • Repair and service air conditioning, heating, engine-cooling, and electrical systems.
  • Repair or replace parts such as pistons, rods, gears, valves, and bearings.
  • Tear down, repair, and rebuild faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems, and linkages.
  • Rewire ignition systems, lights, and instrument panels.
  • Repair radiator leaks.
  • Install and repair accessories such as radios, heaters, mirrors, and windshield wipers.
  • Repair manual and automatic transmissions.
  • Repair or replace shock absorbers.
  • Replace and adjust headlights.
  • Complies with all safety, DOT and OSHA guidelines.
  • Ensure cleanliness of shop and surrounding areas.

 

Position Qualifications

 

  • Education: High school education
  • Experience: No prior experience necessary

 

Physical Abilities & Demands

 

  • Stand (Constantly)
  • Walk (Constantly)
  • Sit (Occasionally)
  • Handling / Fingering (Constantly)
  • Reach Outward (Constantly)
  • Reach Above Shoulder (Constantly)
  • Climb (Frequently)
  • Crawl (Occasionally)
  • Squat or Kneel (Frequently)
  • Bend (Frequently)
  • Lift /Carry
  • 21-50 lbs. (Frequently)
  • 51-100 lbs. (Occasionally)
  • Over 100 lbs. (Occasionally)
  • Push / Pull
  • 26-40 lbs. (Occasionally)
  • 41-100 lbs. (Frequently)

 

Occasionally – Requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 – 2.5+ hrs./day)
Frequently – Requires this activity from 33% – 66% of the time (2.5 – 5.5+ hrs./day)
Constantly – Requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs./day)

Other Physical Requirements

Vision

Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth Perception

Sense of Sound

Must hear forced whisper voice>5 ft. with or without hearing aid.

Sense of Touch

Be able to detect your environment, including temperature, humidity, and air pressure; feel physical pain–a necessity for avoiding injury, disease, and danger.

Protective Equipment

Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Safety Glasses, Steel Toe Shoes, Back Braces and Protective Clothing.

Must be able to work in varying temperature environments including extreme hot temperatures and extreme cold temperatures

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