Automotive Maintenance Technician at NW FLEET TRUCK TRAILER REPAIR INC

Self-sufficient experienced diesel mechanic needed for mobile service. Employee will be placed in a mobile service truck and be responsible for multiple fleet customers in addition to service calls. Must be able to diagnose problems with run ability of trucks and equipment.

Job Requirements:

Accurately diagnose and repair all parts and components on class 5 through class 8 trucks and trailing equipment in a quality fashion including but not limited to the following:

• Perform front line mechanic inspections, preventive maintenance services and DOT inspections on both diesel and gasoline vehicles as well as trailers
• Diagnose and repair air and hydraulic brake systems, suspension, and steering components
• Diagnose and repair starting and charging system components
• Diagnose, repair, and replace drive train components including engines, transmissions, clutches, drivelines, and differentials
• Diagnose and repair air conditioning systems including compressors, valves, condensers, and evaporators
• Utilize diagnostic tools including laptops, scanners, wiring diagrams and measuring tools including a caliper
• Diagnose and repair electrical and lighting systems, ABS systems, tire and brake monitoring systems, engine, body and transmission electronics
• Perform welding and fabrication with steel, stainless steel, and aluminum
• Perform minor repairs on semi-trailers and truck cargo boxes including roll up and swing door repairs, tire replacement, brake repairs, suspension repairs, electrical systems and repair panels, roofs and frame rails
• Respond to vehicle breakdowns in the field when requested
• Be able to work some overtime as needed
• Ability to take after hours/weekend service calls on a rotational basis as needed
• Work closely with and assist other mechanics on specified tasks as needed
• Operate Company vehicles in accordance with local, state, federal and Company policy and safe driving practices
• Maintain service truck to keep in good working order, keep interior and exterior clean, keep tools and supplies in an organized manner
• Order parts from vendors to complete specific repairs along with ordering stock parts within the Company system to maintain stock levels on service truck
• Perform occasional facility maintenance for the Company and/or customers facilities
• Perform all other duties as assigned by Supervisor, Area Fleet Manager or Maintenance Coordinator
• Thoroughly, timely, neatly and accurately document vehicle repairs and maintenance including a complete accounting of all labor hours, parts and materials used through maintenance software and daily worksheets.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive working relationship with all fleet, customer, and operations personnel
• Display professional conduct with customers, co-workers, outside suppliers and contacts
• Conduct daily communications with assigned fleet customers on schedule repairs and equipment status
• Maintain safe and clean work area
• Take responsibility for and demonstrate safe work practices
• Adhere to Company and OSHA safety guidelines
• Operate a forklift as needed to perform repairs and move heavy parts

Qualifications:

• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience or combination of school and experience
• Valid Drivers license and good driving record required
• CDL preferred but not required
• Pass a criminal history background screen as required by our customer base
• Be able to lift and install all parts required to perform the job including heavier parts such as brake drums, tires, flywheels, clutches, starters, suspension spring packs, etc.

Benefits include:

medical, health savings plan, dental, vision, vacation, sick pay, holiday pay, retirement plan, life insurance, uniforms provided