Mechanic - Master

About the role

Join our Knight Family as we offer results-driven people a place to make a difference in a stable and maturing industry. Must be physically capable of standing for long periods, bending, crawling, climbing, reaching, lifting heavy objects (up to 100 pounds or more depending on the job), and performing repetitive motions with their hands and arms, often while working in tight spaces. This job requires good overall strength dexterity and endurance. Address: 8400 Industrial Dr, Olive Branch, MS 38654.

Responsibilities

• Complete a quality preventative maintenance inspection and repairs on all company owned equipment, to include tractors, trailers, refrigerated units and support equipment.
• May perform lead mechanic duties.
• Perform preventative maintenance on all equipment to appropriate specifications (OEM, DOT, company, etc.).
• Inspect, analyze, troubleshoot, diagnose and perform minor and/or complex repairs for all equipment.
• Disassemble, repair and re-assemble of Heavy Truck and Trailer components; including but not limited to; refrigerated units, diesel engines, transmissions, axles and any other components or systems.
• Assist any shop personnel as needed to create a cohesive and well-rounded shop environment centered around learning.
• May perform tire maintenance to include repairs, failure analysis, coding and identification.
• May be required to test drive equipment if certified.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• May provide daily oversight to assigned mechanics to ensure productivity and quality goals are achieved.
• May provide guidance to mechanics related to diagnostics and repair processes/procedures.
• Proactively work to assist others in achieving the organization's objectives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' related experience and/or training required.
• High School or combination of training and/or experience required.
• Drivers license required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.