Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Truck and Trailer Mechanic to join our dynamic maintenance team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of heavy-duty trucks, trailers, and industrial equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety. Your expertise will keep our fleet running smoothly, minimizing downtime and supporting our operational excellence. This position offers an exciting opportunity for mechanics with a passion for heavy equipment, automotive diagnostics, and fabrication to showcase their skills in a fast-paced environment.
Duties
- Perform comprehensive inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on trucks, trailers, and related heavy equipment using schematics and technical manuals.
- Conduct maintenance tasks including oil changes, brake repairs, suspension work, wheel alignments, and hydraulic system servicing.
- Repair and fabricate components for trucks and trailers utilizing hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and fabrication techniques.
- Troubleshoot complex systems such as transmissions, air brakes, hydraulics, HVAC systems, electrical wiring, and engine components like diesel engines.
- Operate heavy machinery including excavators, cranes, forklifts, and other industrial equipment safely during repair or fabrication processes.
- Maintain accurate service records, complete work orders promptly, and ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Assist with tire service, shocks & struts replacement, soldering tasks, and general assembly or disassembly of vehicle parts as needed.
Qualifications
- Proven mechanic experience with a focus on heavy-duty vehicles or industrial equipment; dealership experience is highly preferred.
- Strong mechanical knowledge of diesel engines, transmissions, brakes (including air brake systems), hydraulics, suspension systems, and electrical diagnostics.
- Skilled in using schematics for troubleshooting complex systems; familiarity with automotive repair software is a plus.
- Proficient with hand tools, power tools, welding equipment (including MIG/TIG welding), soldering techniques and fabrication tools.
- Ability to lift heavy components safely during repairs; experience with heavy lifting equipment is advantageous.
- Knowledge of farm machinery, excavators, cranes, forklifts, tractor-trailers and other industrial or construction equipment.
- Excellent customer service skills to communicate effectively with team members and clients regarding repair needs and maintenance schedules. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values technical expertise and hands-on problem solving! We are committed to providing ongoing training opportunities to help you grow your skills in automotive diagnostics, fabrication techniques, and heavy equipment operation—all while maintaining a safe work environment that prioritizes your well-being.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.29-$37.38 per hour
Expected hours: 60 – 80 per week
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
