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Posted 3w ago

Diesel Mechanic

@ Norfolk Iron & Metal
Emporia, Kansas, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:performing maintenance, repairing systems, conducting inspections
Requirements Summary:Perform preventive maintenance, annual federal inspections, DOT compliance, diagnostics and repairs on semi-trucks and yard equipment; operate forklift/shag, MIG welder and torch; repair air brakes, ABS, alignments, electrical systems, AC leaks, and perform overhead valve adjustments.
Technical Tools Mentioned:MIG welder, torch, forklift, laptop
Job Description

Diesel Mechanic | Quarterly Bonus  |  Monday - Friday 3PM - 11PM

Job Description

    • Ability to do preventive maintenance checks and services and general maintenance/repairs of fleet vehicles to include semi-trucks, cars, pickups and yard trucks
    • Ability to perform an Annual Federal Inspection
    • Possess or able to obtain CDL
    • Ability to complete written forms such as shop orders, inspection forms, and vehicle & equipment work history records
    • Ensuring that tractors and trailers meet the U.S. Department of Transportation's road safety requirements
    • Ability to schedule and determine work priorities
    • Ability to operate the various types of equipment to be repaired
    • Basic shag operation to move trailers
    • Basic forklift operation to move material around
    • Working knowledge of MIG welder for aluminum and steel
    • Working knowledge of torch for cutting & heating
    • Ability to repair air brake systems
    • Ability to do alignments on both tractors and trailers
    • Working knowledge of matching tires for tread depth & brand
    • Working knowledge of basic electrical principles, systems and components as they relate to vehicle and equipment operation
    • Ability to read/understand electrical schematics
    • Ability to inspect, repair or replace brake parts including brake pads, shoes, drums, and rotors
    • Ability to repair/replace ABS System
    • Inspect wheel seals, driveline system & U joints
    • Able to perform routine Preventative Maintenance - Air, Oil, Fuel filter, full truck inspection
    • Working knowledge of fuel system
    • Working knowledge of laptop with diagnostic software
    • Ability to locate & repair leaks with AC system
    • Perform overhead valve adjustments

Benefits

  • PREMIUM FREE Employee Healthcare
  • Annual Merit Increases 
  • Paid Time Off
  • Growth Opportunities — Multiple Locations Across the USA
  • Tool Allowance Program
  • 401k with Company Match

 

Education
Preferred

  • Technical/other training or better in Mechanics
  • Associates or better in Mechanics