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Assistant Field Mechanic at A Blair Enterprises
Job Description
A. BLAIR ENTERPRISES
LOCAL CDL-A DRIVER
ABOUT US:
A. Blair Enterprises is a leading nationwide provider of yard management solutions.
Established in 1984, we have decades of success across many areas of transportation and logistics - from air freight to OTR to expediting. In 2018 we made the change to focus exclusively on yard management to meet the needs of our clients.
LOCATION:
- Denton, TX 76207
PAY:
- $49,000 - $52,000/year
SCHEDULE:
- Monday-Friday
- Occasional weekends/overtime
ABOUT THE POSITION
- Responsible for performing preventative maintenance, diagnosing, and repairing day cabs, sprinter vans and spotter trucks
- Inspect and identify worn or damaged parts and equipment
- Diagnose and repair vehicle systems
- Knowledge of air brake systems
- Knowledge of spotter trucks and A/C systems is a plus
- Will be moving between four locations in the Dallas area
- The technician must possess their own basic set of hand tools
- Must have basic computer knowledge
- A willingness to learn and grow as a mechanic is essential
- The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, able to work independently
- Maintain a dependable work ethic and consistent attendance
- Maintain and organize company-provided work van
- Respond to after-hours service calls in situations when vehicles cannot be down
- Willingness to learn and grow as a mechanic
REQUIREMENTS
- Self-motivated with a strong work ethic
- Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
- Proven knowledge of preventative maintenance procedures
- Basic knowledge of Paccar and Cummins Engines
- Working knowledge of Allison and Eaton Transmissions
- Ability to work independently and without direct supervision
- Dependable and reliable
- Strong knowledge of air brake systems
- Ability to inspect and identify worn or damaged parts/equipment
- Must possess own basic set of hand tools
- Basic computer knowledge
- Valid driver's license
- Willingness to work some after-hours as needed
- Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time
- Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
- Ability to work in various weather conditions
BENEFITS:
- Paid weekly via direct deposit
- Full-time employees are eligible for health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits after 60 days of employment
- Two weeks paid vacation & earned PTO
$49k - $52k is competitive for Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians nationally
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