Garage Mechanic

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Garage Mechanic Trainee

Tasks:

This position works in a truck garage shop and the position holder performs light mechanical repairs as needed on 18 wheeler trucks and trailers. Performs preventative maintenance and vehicle inspections. Requirements:

Applicants will be considered for any shift such as day, evening, or late night. Maintenance crews may be required to work 7 days per week. Scheduling can include some major holidays. Must be able to understand and agree to follow Safety Rules (ie. Lockout/Tagout). Must be able to comply with OSHA standards.

Requirements:

Must have required tools; Entry level set, Standard Wrench set (1/4-1 1/4'), Metric Wrench set (8mm-22mm), Standard 1/4 drive socket and ratchet set (1/4-1/2), Standard 3/8 drive socket and ratchet set (3/8-15/16), Standard 1/2 drive socket and ratchet set (1/2-1 1/4), Metric 1/4 drive socket and ratchet set (8mm-13mm), Metric 3/8 drive socket and ratchet set (10mm-19mm), Metric1/2 drive socket and ratchet set (13mm-24mm), Complete set of Phillips and standard screwdrivers up to #3 on both, Set of pry bars with at least a 20 inch bar, 12 volt test light, we supply a shop Volt/Ohm meter. Small and large pliers, needle nose, wire crimping pliers and vise grip pliers. 3/8 air ratchet, 1/2 air impact. We supply the larger tools needed, the 3/4 drive and 1 drive, axle sockets and special tools for individual engines and units.

Must have valid driver’s license. Experience in heavy duty truck repair and service helpful. Must be able to communicate with truck drivers. Basic math skills as needed to make work related computations for machinery, fluid capacities, etc. . Previous mechanic experience required.

Must pass a urinalysis for drug & alcohol screening, which is part of the post- offer health assessment.

Willing to stand, walk, bend, stretch, climb, push, pull, kneel, squat, and reach and climb ladders and onto trucks. Willingness to lift 70 lbs. on a daily basis. Must be able to tolerate climates ranging from very cold to very hot and from very wet to very dry. Exposed to various elements of weather. Must have general understanding of heavy duty truck repair. Willingness to tolerate odors associated with chicken processing and offal trailers.

Work Shift:

2ND SHIFT (United States of America)

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