Diesel and Truck Mechanic

Merrill Steel; Schofield (WI); Presencial; USD 30 000 - 47 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Healthcare plans

Onsite clinic

Paid time off

Resumo da oferta

Merrill Steel is hiring an experienced Technician to maintain our fleet at Schofield, WI. The role focuses on repairing vehicles and flatbed trailers, performing preventive maintenance, and ordering parts, with a Monday–Friday 6:00 am–4:30 pm schedule.

Join a safety-focused team dedicated to quality workmanship, with opportunities for growth and ongoing training. Candidates should have strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work well with others in a fast-paced environment.

Qualificações

• Five+ years of experience in vehicle and trailer repair.
• Experience with cranes, forklifts, and routine maintenance.
• Knowledge of OSHA and DOT requirements.

Responsabilidades

• Complete general repairs and preventative maintenance on vehicles and flatbed trailers.
• Maintain maintenance records and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Obtain parts quotes and order parts.
• Ensure safety and quality in all repair work.
• Train less experienced team members as needed.

Conhecimentos

Crane operation

Forklift operation

Tire/brake/oil changes

Preventive maintenance

Maintenance records

OSHA/DOT compliance

Non-diesel repairs

Trailer repairs

Parts quotes

Hydraulics

Welding basics

Ferramentas

Safety PPE

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Position Description

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Join Our Team at Merrill Steel!

Are you an experienced vehicle and trailer repair professional looking for a rewarding opportunity? Merrill Steel is seeking a dedicated and skilled Technician to join our team. With over five years of experience, you'll play a vital role in maintaining our fleet with confidence and expertise. Enjoy a consistent Monday – Friday schedule from 6:00 am to 4:30 pm, in a supportive and safety-focused environment.

Technical Skills You Bring

• Proficient in operating cranes and forklifts
• Skilled in changing and repairing tires, brakes, and performing oil changes on all vehicles
• Capable of timely vehicle and trailer repairs with a solid understanding of preventative maintenance
• Diligent in keeping maintenance records up to date
• Knowledgeable about OSHA regulations and DOT requirements
• Advanced skills in non-diesel vehicle repairs and forklift maintenance
• Experienced in building and maintaining specialty trailers
• Able to obtain quotes and efficiently order parts
• Well-versed in hydraulics and fluid power systems
• Capable of basic repair welding and general cleaning/housekeeping

Committed to Quality and Safety

• Operate all repair equipment safely and responsibly
• Use overhead cranes and PPE in compliance with safety standards
• Maintain high-quality work with attention to detail
• Prioritize safety and quality in every task
• Able to receive and follow instructions effectively
• Maintain a positive, friendly, and cooperative attitude
• Dependable with reliable attendance
• Use good judgment and strong interpersonal skills
• Support and train less experienced team members
• Adaptable to working in conditions ranging from 50 to 100 degrees
• Comfortable working around paint, thinner fumes, and welding fumes

Why Choose Merrill Steel?

At Merrill Steel, we truly value our employees and are committed to creating a positive and engaging workplace. Our recent initiatives, driven by next-generation leadership, ensure your voice is heard, and your growth is supported. Our onsite Employee Relations Manager provides accessible support to all team members.

We Offer

• Job stability with no seasonal layoffs
• Affordable, comprehensive healthcare plans, including an onsite clinic
• Wellness programs that help you meet your deductible
• Flexible Health Savings Accounts
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid Time Off and nine paid holidays annually
• Tuition reimbursement and educational support
• Recognition for milestones and anniversaries
• Opportunities for career advancement and promotion
• Perks like safety boot and glasses allowances, gym memberships, and fun company events

Become part of Merrill Steel’s dynamic team dedicated to safety, excellence, and growth. We look forward to welcoming you!

Position Requirements

POSITION SUMMARY

Complete general repairs and preventative maintenance on vehicles and flatbed trailers.

Technical Skills

• Ability to operate cranes and forklifts
• Change and repair tires, brakes, and oil changes on all vehicles
• Basic knowledge and ability to repair vehicles and trailers in a timely manner
• Keeps preventive maintenance and vehicle inspection records up to date
• Understands and follows compliance with OSHA regulations and DOT requirements
• Advanced knowledge of all non-diesel vehicle repairs
• Advanced knowledge of forklift repairs
• Able to build and maintain specialty trailers
• Obtains quotes for parts and orders parts
• Good knowledge of hydraulics/fluid power
• Proficient in basic repair welding for vehicles and trailers

Quality and Safety Skills

• Operates all required vehicle repair equipment in a safe manner
• Use overhead crane according to all safety requirements
• Use required personal protection equipment (PPE) at all times
• Completes all required quality information for work performed
• Quality of vehicle maintenance work is of an acceptable level

People Skills

• Receives instruction well
• Maintains a consistent positive attitude
• Friendly and cooperative with fellow employees and supervision
• Uses good judgement with job assignments and interpersonal skills
• Obtains quotes for parts and orders parts
• Assists in the training of less experienced vehicle mechanics

Personal Characteristics

• Work Ethic – This person has a natural motivation to work hard and stay busy; to be task oriented and not be lazy or look for ways to avoid work. This also includes being punctual and having good attendance. In return, the company believes in rewarding people who do a good job and have a good work ethic.
• Attitude – This person rolls through difficult situations and finds solutions rather than getting stuck on problems. The type of person the company looks for is predictably positive and is not unpredictably moody.
• Aptitude – Even if the skill sets aren’t there yet, one’s aptitude is his/her potential to perform the role successfully. Someone who grew up on a farm or has other "hands-on" type hobbies, for instance, may not have fabricated structural steel before, but there is a good chance he or she has the potential to learn and be successful in our production environment.
• Maturity – Maturity is having good character, not gossiping, not being overly dramatic, and being a trustworthy coworker. The type of person the company looks for realizes things will not always go perfectly or as planned and he or she is able to weather the storm and continue to treat others with respect.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Abilities Lift /Carry

Stand C (Constantly) 10 lbs or less F (Frequently)

Walk C (Constantly) 11-20 lbs F (Frequently)

Sit O (Occasionally) 21-50 lbs F (Frequently)

Handling / Fingering C (Constantly) 51-100 lbs O (Occasionally)

Reach Outward F (Frequently) Over 100 lbs N (Not Applicable)

Reach Above Shoulder F (Frequently)

Climb O (Occasionally)

Crawl F (Frequently)

Squat or Kneel F (Frequently)

Bend F (Frequently)

Push / Pull

12 lbs or less O (Occasionally)

13-25 lbs O (Frequently)

26-40 lbs O (Frequently)

41-100 lbs O (Frequently)

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Other Physical Requirements

Vision(Near, Distance, Peripheral, Depth Perception)

Sense of Sound (Ability to hear the machine and how it is working.)

Sense of Touch

Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Steel toed shoes, safety glasses, gloves, metatarsal guards, hearing protection

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Ability to work in conditions of 50 degrees - 100 degrees. Able to work in an environment that has paint and thinner fumes. Able to work in an environment that has some welding fumes.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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It is unlawful to discriminate against employees and job applicants because of their:

Declining to Attend a Meeting or Participate in any Communication About Religious or Political Matters

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Employees may not be harassed in the workplace based on their protected status nor retaliated against for filing a complaint, for assisting with a complaint, or for opposing discrimination in the workplace.

There is a 300-day time limit for filing a discrimination complaint.

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Thank you for applying to Merrill Steel, have an excellent day!