Auto / Diesel Mechanic - St. Gabriel, LA

Turner Industries; Saint Gabriel (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Industries is seeking an Auto/Diesel Mechanic for a maintenance position in St. Gabriel, LA. The role involves performing preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment, requiring strong mechanical expertise and organizational skills. Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience and be capable of working independently as part of a broader maintenance team.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in light and heavy mechanics.
• Technical training and/or industrial related safety experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on various automotive and heavy equipment.
• Collaborate with Eastman mechanics and millwrights during downtime.

Skills

Mechanical Expertise

Organizational Skills

General Gasoline and Diesel Engine Knowledge

Ability to Diagnose and Repair Equipment

Education

High School or Equivalent

ASME Certification (Preferred)

Job description

Turner Industries is a fully diversified industrial contractor. We help move the world forward by providing responsive, innovative solutions designed to increase plant production, reduce costs, reduce downtime, and even prevent shutdowns. Headquartered in Baton Rouge, LA, Turner Industries has over 20,000 employees with offices and job sites across the United States. Our single-solution approach in the petrochemical, refining, energy, pulp and paper, and related industries has made Turner one of the nation's top industrial contractors and earned us the No. 1 spot on ABC's 2024 Top Performers list. People are at the heart of everything we do. Their safety, security, and satisfaction have always been our top priorities. For proof, look no further than our strong working relationships and extraordinary workforce.

We are seeking an Auto/Diesel Mechanic for a maintenance position in St. Gabriel, LA. Non-exempt role; Reports to Direct Supervisor / Foreman; Assigned duties according to specific procedures / work is checked frequently.

• Schedule: 4/10s

Essential Qualifications:

• High school or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of experience in light and heavy mechanics
• ASME certified preferred
• The ideal candidate will have demonstrated mechanical expertise and the ability to work independently while supporting the broader maintenance team
• General gasoline and diesel engine knowledge
• Ability to diagnose and repair equipment
• Organizational skills are a must
• Ability to prioritize and work self-directed and alone at times
• Technical training and/or industrial related safety experience
• Post-offer drug/alcohol screen and physical evaluation - DISA background check and drug screen
• Safety equipment as required by the client (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, respirator, hearing protection, safety harness with lanyard, etc.)
• Applicant/employee must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others at the workplace

Functional Requirements:

Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on various automotive and heavy equipment; serve as primary resource for electrical cart maintenance; perform trike maintenance and repairs; handle light diesel forklift maintenance including oil changes and minor repairs; collaborate with Eastman mechanics and millwrights during downtime; assist with equipment repairs including pumps and PSV removal/installation; perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction

Compensation

Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

Benefits

Depending on your employment status, benefits include health, dental, vision, life, ADD, voluntary life / ADD, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, telehealth access, and employee assistance program.

Physical Involvement:

May be required to do the following: climbing ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. above and below ground level; maintaining balance on ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc.; reaching in all directions; handling and manipulating objects and materials; coordinating the movements of eyes, hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment; lifting 30 to 50 pounds from ground level, waist level, and/or overhead; carrying objects, tools, equipment, etc.; standing / sitting; walking; pushing; bending; kneeling; crouching/squatting; seeing with or without correction; hearing with or without correction; wearing respirator and other PPE; stepstool use; work in excessive heat; work in excessive cold; work in loud environment

Turner Industries is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability and/or protected veteran status in accordance with governing law.

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