Mechanic II

About the role

This is a fully trained shop mechanic who is able to perform all required shop job duties and routine preventative maintenance functions. This position performs all repairs relating to a trailer and minor repairs relating to the refrigeration power unit.

Responsibilities

• Perform the functions of a Grade 4 Mechanic
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on trailer refrigeration
• Perform simple and complex mechanical and electrical repairs
• Diagnose, remove, repair, replace or rebuild:
  • clutches
  • water pumps
  • tires
  • tractor suspension
  • body repairs
  • rear differentials
  • drive lines
  • transmissions
  • wheel seals
  • brake systems
• Diagnose and tune up or make repairs on diesel engines
• Perform front wheel alignments
• Perform axle alignments on trailers
• Troubleshoot cooling systems
• Conduct diagnostic tests
• Cut or weld using cutting torch and welding machine
• Read, understand and use service bulletins and technical manuals
• Maintain shop tools
• Complete all paperwork and computer input
• Comply effectively with company work and safety rules and attendance policy
• Be trained and certified to operate any required equipment within 30 days after hire
• Maintain a flexible work schedule to meet the changing needs of the job
• Be available for shop on-call rotation, and able to make road calls using a company vehicle

Qualifications

• Have High School Diploma or GED
• Trade school graduate in heavy duty diesel repairs, and/or refrigeration classes (beginning level is preferred)
• Possess or acquire within 1 year from date of hire a current ASE certification in Medium/Heavy Truck Preventative Maintenance Inspection (PMI) (Test T8)
• A Class A license is preferred but not required
• Preferred Certifications:
  • Certification with International Maxx Force 13 Engines
  • Certification in Transportation Refrigeration
  • Brake Systems and components
  • Tractor A/C Refrigeration and Freon Recovery (609 license required)
  • Trailer Refrigeration 608 license required if working on trailer units
  • Heavy Duty electrical diagnostics and repairs
  • ASE Certification in heavy duty mechanics
  • Cummins or Detroit certification
• Ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (starts on 60th day)
• FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance
• Vacation time and sick leave accrual from day one
• Paid holidays after 90 days
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days
• Pet insurance
• Parental leave
• Employee assistance programs
• Discount programs
• Tuition reimbursement program

Pay

$31.00 to $46.40 per hour

Schedule

7:30 pm – 6:00 am, Thursday – Sunday