Lead Mechanic - Pitt Ohio

PITT OHIO, a high service transportation solutions provider offering SUPPLY CHAIN, GROUND, LTL and TRUCKLOAD services is seeking a Lead Mechanic with tractor and trailer repair experience at our Cherry Hill, NJ Terminal.  

Top rate would be up to $39.52 which includes CDL, lead pay and ASE certifications.

PITT OHIO has received countless safety, service, and carrier of the year awards and our highly acclaimed Safety Department is a leader in the transportation industry.  Dedication to quality and excellence is our goal at PITT OHIO.

We offer competitive wages, hospital/medical insurance with no monthly premiums or deductibles, vision, discount prescription, dental, 401K, profit sharing, paid vacations, pleasant work environment, and much more! 

• Supervise shop staff (including, coaching, counseling, disciplinary action, reviews, training, etc)
• Estimate job costs for major work
• Ensure that all necessary repairs and adjustments are completed on all equipment
• Order, ship & receive parts to maintain shop inventories
• Coordinate with Shop Operations Supervisors movement of units to other facilities for repair
• Maintain preventive maintenance schedule for domiciled equipment
• Review & oversee record keeping functions for shop in computer system
• Communicate with office staff regarding various issues in shop
• Troubleshoot/repair diesel engines and components
• Submit all required paperwork and reports to the appropriate individuals in a timely manner
• Maintain a quality control on all aspects of the shop
• Travel to other company shop locations when staff is needed
• Review & approve service invoices for repairs

OTHER DUTIES

• Train new hires on shop functions
• React to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned
• Work independently with minimal supervision

• Two years' verifiable experience in tractor and trailer inspection and repair OR a technical school degree, or certification in Heavy Duty Truck/Trailer Maintenance with one verifiable experience;
• High School Graduate or GED
• A valid state-issued driver's license;
• Must pass DOT physical and drug screen;
• A CDL, ASE and State and/or Federal inspection certification is preferred but not required;
• Command of English language to communicate effectively with internal and external customers;
• Knowledge of methods, materials, tools and techniques used in the repair and maintain a variety of heavy trucks and semi-trailers and other mechanical equipment is required;
• Basic hand tools are required;
• Must have working knowledge of the operating principles of diesel engines and repair of heavy trucks;
• Ability to maintain detailed time and parts used on work orders
• Must possess excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to communicate to both internal and external customers
• Computer skills needed for diagnostics.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Minimal Travel. Weekend and night hours occasionally required.
• Must pass DOT physical and drug screen
• Overtime may be required during peak periods.
• Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force frequently.
• Subject to both environmental conditions: activities occur inside and outside. Outside work may be in extreme weather conditions.
• The general office environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are minimal hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. Environment includes co-workers talking on the phone within close proximity.
• Subject to: standing, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and reaching particularly for sustained periods of time.
• Subject to noise: there is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level.
• Subject to hazards: includes a variety of physical working conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, and exposure to chemicals.
• Subject to atmospheric conditions: one or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: Fumes, odors, dusts, mists and gases.
• Subject to standing for particularly for sustained periods of time.
• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: operate machines and motor vehicles.
• The worker is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as: visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication of parts at distances close to the eye; and regular use of items including a computer screen or monitor.
• Manual dexterity is regularly required including fingering, grasping, and typing; manual dexterity includes repetitive motion of the wrists, hands, and fingers.

PITT OHIO is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion or other legally protected status.