Heavy Duty Mechanic III

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY:

Perform a variety of intermediate to advanced mechanical duties under the direction of supervisor to ensure vehicles/equipment are operating in a safe, efficient, and environmentally-conscious manner through mechanical maintenance, service, and repair. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

80% - Monitor, inspect, diagnose, repair, and rebuild mechanical components to original manufacturer's specifications and certifications for heavy duty trucks, trailers, forklifts, dollies, company passenger vehicles, and material handling equipment. 

Test drive equipment during the diagnose and repair process.

Duties include, but are not limited, to:

• Engine rebuild and overhaul  (including heavy duty, passenger, forklifts, etc)

• Major components (drive train, chassis)

• Advanced electrical repair  

• Hydraulic systems

• Heating and air conditioning

• Tires 

• Body

• Brakes 

• Advanced welding and fabrication

Utilize equipment manuals and schematics in the repair and maintenance of equipment

10% - Train and educate Mechanics I and II on major component rebuilds

10% - Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Educational/Experience Requirements: 

• 5 year experience as mechanic and/or demonstrated knowledge of intermediate to advanced mechanics

Required Technical Skills/Knowledge: 

• Valid driver’s license 

• Acquire and maintain CDL, if required for specific working specialty

• Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical aptitude and diagnosis skills

• Ability to meets requirements of DOT 3.96 to sign-off on repairs and perform DOT inspections within 12 months of hire

• Ability to acquire and maintain forklift certification

• Basic computer skills

BENEFITS:

• Quarterly Bonus Pay

• FREE medical insurance option for employees

• Tuition assistance

• Retirement Plan - 100% paid for by the Company

• Paid time off / Paid holidays

Les Schwab Tire Centers© is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, marital status, veteran status or any other legally protected status.