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 and Cummins or Detroit certification.
• The ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely.

Benefits

• Generous benefits that start on your 60th day: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance.
• Earn vacation time, and sick leave accrual from day one and paid holidays after 90 days.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, parental leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

Pay

$31.00 to $46.40 per hour.

Schedule

7:30 pm - 6:00 am - Thursday - Sunday.