Diesel Mechanic

Shift: Wed-Sat 6:00am-4:30pm 

Pay: $24- $27 per hour

LAUNCH TransTechs is seeking a Diesel Mechanic in Markham, IL to test, service, and repair tractors and related mechanical components.

Diesel Mechanic Duties & Responsibilities:

• Capable of diagnosing and repairing most transmission, engine, electrical, suspension, driveline, HVAC, brakes and air systems. 
• Repair/Replace bolt on body parts such as hoods and cab extenders.
• Perform DOT inspections as outlined in the guidelines.
• Perform open seat inspections to prepare tractor for next driver.
• Perform 90-day lease operator inspections.
• Accurately complete DOT forms and all other forms of documentation in a timely fashion.
• Capable of using all diagnostic equipment and resources.
• Drive trucks in and out of the shop before and after repairs.
• Clean and maintain work area on a daily basis.
• Maintain a high level of productivity and be able to work within or close to most SRT times.
• Perform basic or minor repairs and inspections on brakes, tires, wiring etc.
• Perform basic and routine preventative maintenance on tractors and trailers
• Check vehicle fluids; transmission, oil, windshield wiper, antifreeze, etc.
• Perform vehicle preventative maintenance (pm's).
• Change vehicle tires Grease mechanical parts Must be able to move equipment in and out of the shop.
• Any other duties as assigned to support operations.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Equivalent of a High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 2 years of tractor experience required.
• Experience in the transportation industry a plus.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Basic computer skills preferred.
• Must provide own hand tools that are adequate to perform job functions.

Work Environment: this job operates in a normal professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and fax machines, and filing cabinets.

Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk or hear; frequently stands, walks, uses hands to finger, handle or feel; and reaches with hands and arms. occasionally carry, lift overhead, high, low and medium-lift 51/75 lbs, frequently 50/21 lbs and constantly 20/1 lbs.