Mechanic III

About the role

This position is for advanced shop mechanics who are required to perform all shop job duties plus special duties. This includes all routine preventative maintenance functions and being trained in advanced skills and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Perform the functions of a Grade 4 and Grade 5 Mechanic.
• Perform complex mechanical and electrical repairs.
• Perform major repairs on refrigeration units including diesel engine repairs and overhaul refrigeration component repair and compressor rebuild.
• Perform major diesel engine repairs, in frame, and diesel overhead services.
• Diagnose and repair, replace or rebuild:
  • Refrigeration unit using Thermo King Green Books.
  • Brake systems.
  • Anti-lock systems.
  • Electrical systems (tractor-trailer and/or refrigeration units).
  • Cooling systems.
  • Fuel systems.
  • Coupling systems.
  • Differentials.
  • Tractor/trailer suspensions.
  • Eaton, Spicer-Fuller transmissions.
• Weld and fabricate.
• Perform body and frame repairs.
• Perform the following repairs on the refrigeration unit without supervision:
  • Preventative Maintenance.
  • Belt replacement.
  • Charging/starting system, troubleshooting, and repairs.
  • Inspections on reefer, reefer trailer and tractor.
• Comply effectively with company work and safety rules.
• Learn and be proficient in all required software.
• Complete all paperwork and computer input.
• Effectively communicate both written and orally with supervisor and peers.
• Follow directions.
• Work independently and in a team environment.
• Be trained and certified to operate any required equipment within 30 days after hire.
• Comply with company attendance policy.
• Maintain a flexible work schedule to meet the changing needs of the job.
• Be available for shop on-call rotation, and able to do road calls using a company vehicle.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting on your 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

$31.20 to $37.00 per hour.

Schedule

Start time: 4:00 PM, Sunday through Wednesday.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Tech School classes or college-level equivalent training preferred.
• 18 years or older.
• 3 years job experience on major diesel repairs, heavy duty tractor-trailer repairs, major refrigeration maintenance and repairs.
• Valid Class C Driver’s License (Class A preferred).
• At least five years documented fleet maintenance experience in tractor/trailer repair or one-year employment with company at the upper scale of Class II Technician.
• Physical demands: stand, walk, bend, stoop, push, pull, grasp and reach above the head for extended periods of time.
• Certifications:
  • Current ASE certification in Medium/Heavy Truck Brakes (Test T4).
  • Current ASE certification in Medium/Heavy Truck Suspension and Steering (Test T5).
  • Thermo King Advanced training courses in multi temp units.
  • Cummins or Detroit certification in major overhaul and repairs.
  • Maxx Force 13 Engines.
  • Brake systems and components.
  • Tractor diagnostics and repairs.
  • Handling Freon 608 and 609.
  • Spicer-Fuller, Eaton transmissions.
  • Spicer-Fuller, Eaton differentials.
  • Electrical diagnostics and repairs.
  • Front suspension and alignment.
  • Welding and Fabrication.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely.

Preferred Attributes

• Teamwork oriented.
• Organized.
• Problem solver.
• Detailed.