Diesel Mechanic
LAUNCH TransTechs is seeking Diesel Mechanics to perform repairs and maintenance on tractors, trailers and other diesel-powered equipment.
Shift: Mon. - Fri. 1st or 2nd, and Sat. & Sun. 1st (alternating days)
Pay: $18 - $22/hour + OT
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform repairs and maintenance of company tractors, trailers, and equipment through proper diagnostics, troubleshooting, and use of hand tools, precision measuring instruments and machine tools with minimum assistance.
- Perform preventive maintenance inspections as specified, using mechanics hand tools and variety of shop equipment, which may include refrigeration, hydraulic jacks or hoits, welding and air pressure equipment, and other equipment as necessary.
- Diagnose mechanical problems and perform mechanical repairs: liftgate, PTO, emissions, air conditioning/heating, cab, instruments, brakes, frame, steering, suspension, tires, wheels, drive train, electrical system, engine system, trailer, refrigeration, cryogenic trailers and pumping equipment, live floor trailers, and other components.
- Complete work orders, charge parts, time cards, and other required documents using computer, manuals, parts book, and maintenance codes.
- Wash equipment as needed.
- Drive service vehicle to pick up parts from outside vendors and respond to road calls, based on the operational needs.
- Drive vehicles within company property and drive on public roads as required.
- Attend all safety required meetings and perform all work as per OSHA, State and Federal guide lines.
- Assist in communication with outside vendors, customers and management to ensure proper work flow, sourcing of outside parts/labor estimates, and status of units within the shop.
- Any other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- 3+ years of experience with experience working on a variety of tractor/trailer, medium/heavy equipment required.
- DOT brake certification and 1 year DOT Inspections required.
- Must be proficient using volt/ohm meter and proficient reading schematics to make proper electrical diagnosis and repair.
- Must be able to use diagnostic computer or read and clear fault codes.
- Must possess a positive work attitude.
- Must provide your own hand tools.
- Must have own steel toe boots.
- Must have a valid driver's license.
- ASE certifications.
- Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Why Choose LAUNCH?
A team of aviation staffing experts leads LAUNCH. We understand the challenges of finding the top aviation jobs and we focus on linking you with the best openings in the most sought-after locations.
LAUNCH offers you an ACA compliant benefit package including company-sponsored medical insurance with multiple plans to choose from. Our Minimum Essential Coverage is offered to every employee who does not have coverage elsewhere at no cost to you! LAUNCH also offers a 401(k) program with a company match. Plus, you join the LAUNCH Loyalty Club on your first day, earning you extra cash bonuses, apparel and safety rewards.
If you’re ready to LAUNCH your career, you’ve found an employer that can take you to new heights.