Mechanic at Les Schwab

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY:

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

Swing Shift: Tuesday-Saturday - 12pm-8:30pm or Sunday-Thursday 12pm-8:30pm

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

90% - Monitor, inspect, and diagnose heavy duty trucks, trailers, forklifts, dollies, company passenger vehicles, and material handling equipment and perform preventative maintenance. Test drive equipment during the diagnose and repair process. Utilize equipment manuals and schematics in the repair and maintenance of equipment.

Duties include, but are not limited, to:

• Lube, oil changes and general fluid

• Air brake systems

• Electrical wiring repair

• Replace tires

• Welding and fabrication

10% - Other duties as assigned

Educational/Experience Requirements:

• 1 year experience as mechanic and/or trade school with autos or heavy duty vehicles and/or demonstrated knowledge of general mechanics.

Required Technical Skills/Knowledge:

• Valid driver's license

• Willingness to acquire and maintain CDL preferred - training provided

• 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

Physical Requirements: Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, kneeling, crawling and stooping. Visually inspect tools, equipment, or machines. Frequently required to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance, occasionally up to 70 lbs. Move up and down stairs, and/or ladder. Grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying size and weight. Ability to climb, remain, and work at heights of approximately 20 feet high. Must have the ability to hear and close visual acuity.

Work Environment: Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions. No effective protection from the weather, which can fluctuation from extreme cold to extreme heat. Subject to hazards, such as moving mechanical parts, exposure to fluids, etc. Subject to high levels of noise. Exposure to atmospheric conditions, such as fumes, odors, gases, and/or poor ventilation, with the use of protective personal equipment (PPE).

BENEFITS:

• Quarterly Bonus Pay

• FREEmedical insurance option for employees

• Tuition assistance

• Retirement Plan - 100% paid for by the Company

• Paid time off / Paid holidays

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions/primary responsibilities. This job description is not all inclusive and is subject to change. Additional duties, responsibilities, and tasks may be assigned, as necessary. Employment remains "AT WILL" at all times