Diesel Mechanic

LAUNCH TransTechs is a seeking diesel mechanic to perform intermediate level repair and maintenance of company tractors, trailers, and equipment through proper diagnostics, troubleshooting, and use of tools with minimum assistance.

Shift: 8 AM -4:30 PM 1st Shift 

Pay: $26-$30 per hour, depending on experience

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive maintenance inspections as specified, using mechanics’ hand tools and variety of shop equipment, which may include refrigeration, hydraulic jacks or hoists, welding, and air pressure equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical problems and perform mechanical repairs and adjustments: lift-gate, PTO, emissions, air conditioning/heating, brakes, frame, suspension, tires, drive train, electrical system, engine system, trailer, refrigeration, cryogenic trailers and other components which may need repair with minimal assistance.
• Complete work orders, charge parts, time cards, and other required documents using computer, manuals, parts book, and maintenance codes.
• Drive service vehicle to pick up parts from outside vendors and respond to road calls, based on the operational needs per location.
• Attend all safety required meetings and perform all work as per OSHA, State and Federal guidelines.
• Assist in communication with outside vendors, customers, and management to ensure proper workflow and sourcing of outside parts/labor estimates..
• Utilize service manuals (paper and online) for reference, procedures, wiring schematics and torque specs.
• Use a diagnostics computer or read and clear fault codes to diagnose and make efficient repairs following troubleshooting trees.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Equivalent of high school diploma or GED and 1-year minimum full-time experience in a commercial or fleet maintenance and repair shop.
• Must have own tools.
• Must have steel toe boots.
• Must be able to pass CRIM & DMV Checks.
• CDL, preferred but not required.
• ASEs heavy truck series certifications including ASE Master Truck Technician status a huge plus!
• DOT brake certification and DOT Inspections experience a plus!