Casual Mechanic DL

Deutsche Post; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

DHL Express in Detroit is seeking a Mechanic to maintain and repair vehicles, equipment and machines in hubs, gateways or terminals. You may diagnose and repair OBD systems and provide expert technical assistance to junior staff.

This role requires lifting 50-70 lb, at least 2 years of industry experience, and typically 4+ years in a related area. Training will be provided to keep the team current on equipment and systems.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 50-70 lb consistently for the duration of shift.
• Technical certification or Associate degree preferred or a minimum of 2 yrs industry experience.
• Generally 4+ or more years of experience in related area of responsibility.
• Comprehensive knowledge in technical or specialty area and or tasks and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventative maintenance on vehicles such as washing, oil changes, greasing and inspection of hoses, belts, fluids and wiring.
• Disassembles and overhauls engines, transmissions, clutches, rear ends and other assemblies.
• Replaces worn or broken parts, aligns wheels, adjusts brakes, tightens bearings, tunes engines.
• Conducts routine inspections to prevent breakdowns of machinery and equipment.
• Tests, inspects, troubleshoots, repairs machines and equipment; maintains licenses and certifications.
• Provides on-the-job training to Ground Mechanics and documents training.

Skills

Lifting 50-70 lb

2+ years industry experience

4+ years related experience

Lead on new processes

Subject matter expert

Education

Technical certification

Associate degree

Job description

What makes DHL great? Our People! We know each employee’s individual contributions make us the #1 Express Delivery and Logistics Company in the world.

Distinguished as No. 1 World’s Best Workplace™ by Great Place to Work and Fortune Magazine

DHL Express is committed to maintaining an environment that empowers every team member to make the greatest possible impact on our business. Our corporate culture is about personal commitment – to our business, to each other and to our global communities. DHL is dedicated to being a great place to work. In addition to competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy a range of programs, services and benefits that bring the best to their personal lives.

Start YOUR career with DHL today…

DHL Express currently has an opening for Mechanic. As a Mechanic, you willresponsible for the maintenance and repair of vehicles, equipment and machines in the hubs, gateways or terminal warehouses. You may troubleshoot, diagnose and repair computerized or feedback-controlled vehicle on-board-diagnostic systems (OBD). Additionally, you will anticipate potential problems and provides effective solutions in reaction to application of concepts, techniques, knowledge or processes, and provide expert advice, training, and technical assistance to lower level service, production, and support personnel.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performs preventative maintenance on vehicles such as vehicle washing, cleaning, oil changes, greasing and inspection of hoses, belts, fluids and wiring
• Performs vehicle repairs by disassembling and overhauling engines, transmissions, clutches, rear ends, and other assemblies
• Replaces worn or broken parts, aligns wheels, adjusts brakes, tightens bearings, tunes engines
• Conducts routine and periodic inspections to determine repair and maintenance work necessary to prevent breakdowns of machinery and equipment
• Tests, inspects, troubleshoots, and repairs machines and equipment. Maintains required licenses and certifications
• Provides on-the-job training, ensuring that assigned Ground Mechanics are kept current on equipment, vehicles, systems, functions and manuals
• Complete all paperwork necessary to ensure that the job training is properly documented

Skills & Qualifications:

• Must be able to lift 50lb-70lb consistently for the duration of your shift
• Technical certification or Associate degree Preferred or a minimum of 2yrs industry experience
• Generally 4+ or more years of experience in related area of responsibility
• Comprehensive knowledge in technical or specialty area and or tasks and responsibilities
• Takes the lead in effectively applying new processes and skills in accomplishing tasks and may teach them to others
• Subject matter expert in service, production, or support area of responsibility
• Performs all of the standard and all of the specialized and most complex aspects of the function

DHL is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. The EEO is the Law poster is available here: https://www.eeoc.gov/employers/eeo-law-poster

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.