Shop Assistant

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate in required safety programs and follow all company safety guidelines.
• Assist technicians by retrieving tools, cleaning parts, organizing work areas, and preparing equipment for inspection or repair.
• Perform basic shop tasks such as sweeping, power washing machines, organizing parts, disposing of waste materials, and maintaining general shop cleanliness.
• Deliver parts or supplies within the shop or to nearby job sites as directed.
• Operate forklifts, pressure washers, and basic shop tools under supervision.
• Perform simple mechanical tasks such as removing panels, draining fluids, or assisting with component disassembly.
• Learn and observe diagnostic and repair techniques performed by experienced technicians.
• Support the service team by maintaining shop organization and assisting with incoming and outgoing equipment.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and willingness to learn within a team environment.

Qualifications

• Dependable and eager to learn mechanical skills.
• Must be able to follow directions and work safely around heavy equipment.
• Flexible and willing to work overtime when needed.
• Valid driver’s license required; ability to obtain a DOT Medical Certification preferred.

Education and/or Experience

• A high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous exposure to automotive, diesel, or mechanical environments preferred but not required.
• Training will be provided on-the-job.

Physical Demands

• Continuous lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds; up to 20 pounds frequently; and up to 21-100 pounds occasionally.
• Pushing and/or pulling up to 50 pounds continuously; up to 75 pounds frequently; and up to 76-100 pounds occasionally.
• Work in extreme variable outside weather conditions, both hot and cold weather temperatures.
• Must be able to obtain a DOT Medical Certification.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

• This is a full-time, non-exempt position.
• Normal workdays are Monday through Friday.
• Work hours are variable.
• Overtime may be required on occasion as needed.