DIESEL MECHANIC

L-Con, Inc. - See Lexicon, Inc.; Blytheville (AR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

HSA contributions

Paid holidays and vacation

401k with company match

Lexicon University

Job summary

Lexicon in Blytheville, AR is seeking a Diesel Mechanic to perform routine, emergency, and preventive maintenance on forklifts and diesel equipment. You will interpret manuals, troubleshoot electrical, brake, and hydraulic issues, and ensure safety inspections before returning gear to the floor.

The role requires reading schematics, mechanical drawings, and the ability to work independently in a non-climate controlled outdoors environment, with potential overtime and weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Two years of mechanical background working on forklifts and diesel engines.
• Certificate of welding ability is preferred.
• Must have all required hand tools.
• Able to work in time sensitive and sometimes stressful situations.
• Able to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and machine breakdowns.
• Able to work independently and follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine, emergency, and preventive maintenance on forklifts and other diesel equipment.
• Interpret the manufacture’s technical manuals to perform the necessary maintenance and repairs.
• Troubleshoot forklift problems including brake, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Diagnose, evaluate, and repair mast and attachment components.
• Work knowledge of brake systems and tire/wheel changes.
• Work on propane, gas, and diesel systems.
• Replace broken or defective parts and order replacement parts for major repairs.
• Re-assemble forklifts and make all necessary adjustments.
• Perform safety inspection of forklifts prior to release to work floor.
• Adhere to all company safety and QA/QC programs and OSHA regulations.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, changing shifts as needed.
• Work in a non-climate controlled environment with outdoor exposure.
• Work independently and follow directions.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

Skills

Forklift maintenance

Diesel engines

Electrical schematics

Mechanical drawings

Safety compliance

Education

Welding certification

Job description

Are you ready to start “Building America”? At Lexicon, we're seeking a skilled DieselMechanic to join our team and be a part of our continued success. Offering competitive pay ranging between $21/hr - $28/hr, this role presents an exciting opportunity for growth and development.

If you're passionate about being a part of a team that values integrity, teamwork, and innovation, then Lexicon is the place for you. Join us and become a part of our growing family as we continue to build a brighter future together.

Lexicon Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• HSA with Employer contributions
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• 401k with company match
• Lexicon University

Our Lexicon University provides free career development and training, so employees can improve their skills in their chosen field, learn new skills in another area and build a career path that leads to job satisfaction and success for them and their families.

Diesel Mechanic Pay Range

• Paid WEEKLY
• $21/hr - $29/hr

Diesel Mechanic Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform routine, emergency, and preventive maintenance on forklifts and other diesel equipment.
• Interpret the manufacture’s technical manuals to perform the necessary maintenance and repairs.
• Troubleshoot forklift problems to include brake, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Able to diagnose, evaluate, and repair mast and attachment components.
• Working knowledge of brake systems and tire/wheel changes.
• Ability to work on propane, gas, and diesel systems.
• Replace broken or defective parts and order replacement parts for major repairs.
• Re-assemble forklifts and make all necessary adjustments.
• Perform safety inspection of forklifts prior to being released back to work floor.
• Responsible for adhering to all company safety and QA/QC programs and OSHA regulations.
• The ability to work overtime, weekends, changing shifts as needed. Punctual attendance is required.
• Able to work in a non-climate controlled environment with outdoor exposure.
• Able to work independently and follow directions. High level of attention to detail.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of mechanical background working on forklifts and diesel engines is required.
• Certificate of welding ability is preferred.
• Must have all required hand tool.
• Able to work in time sensitive and sometimes stressful situations.
• Able to work in a non-climate controlled environment with outdoor exposure.
• Able to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and machine breakdowns.
• Able to work independently and follow directions.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift, push and pull in excess of 50 pounds frequently.
• Must be able to lift your own weight while climbing ladders, steel bracing, stairs, etc.
• Must be able to crawl in small or tight places.
• Job requires bending, stooping, and carrying.
• Exposed to temperature fluctuations, dust, and noise.
• All of the physical demands listed are essential functions.

This position is deemed ‘safety sensitive. Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Lexicon; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times. This is a condition of employment.