Diesel Mechanic

ADP, Inc.; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ADP, Inc. is seeking an experienced Diesel / Trailer Mechanic for our Yellowstone Hwy truck shop in Idaho Falls. The role involves repairs and maintenance on our trucking fleet, including diesel engines, transmissions, brakes, and hydraulic systems.

You will run diagnostics, perform preventative maintenance, and keep meticulous service records. Ideal candidates have advanced knowledge of diesel components, strong tooling proficiency, and excellent communication and organizational skills to

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of diesel engine components.
• Proficiency with maintenance and repair tools.
• Good interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities.
• Ability to work well with others in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to handle time-sensitive deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Follow direction of supervisor
• Self-starter and work well independently
• Running diagnostic tests on vehicles
• Replacing vehicle engines, steering mechanisms, transmissions, and braking systems
• Performing preventative maintenance
• Maintaining detailed records of serviced vehicles
• Adhering to an inspection procedure checklist
• Maintaining a parts inventory
• Ensuring the cleanliness of the shop
• Regular and consistent attendance

Skills

Diesel engines

Maintenance tools

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork under pressure

Time management

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and proficient Diesel / Trailer Mechanic at our Yellowstone Hwy truck shop facility. This individual will perform repairs and maintenance on our trucking fleet, but possibly some gas engines as well. Typical repairs include, but are not limited to, routine maintenance and repair of engines, transmissions, chassis, drive-line and body components, hydraulic systems, brake systems, electric systems, suspension systems, wheels, tires, and undercarriages.

Communicate with supervisor and/or operator for clarification of problems and discuss preventative techniques with operators to minimize future repairs.

Primary Duties and Key Responsibilities:

• Follow direction of supervisor
• Self-starter and work well independently
• Running diagnostic tests on vehicles
• Replacing vehicle engines, steering mechanisms, transmissions, and braking systems
• Performing preventative maintenance
• Maintaining detailed records of serviced vehicles
• Adhering to an inspection procedure checklist
• Maintaining a parts inventory
• Ensuring the cleanliness of the shop
• Regular and consistent attendance

Qualifications:

• Advanced knowledge of diesel engine components
• Proficiency with maintenance and repair tools
• Good interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good organization skills
• Strong ability to work with others in a challenging high-pressure environment
• Ability to maintain a good disposition while working through time sensitive deadlines as well as the everyday challenges that arise
• Duties and responsibilities are performed in a mechanic shop setting

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of standing or walking
• Exposure to temperatures of approximately 42° in the shop
• Ability to speak to and hear other employees via phone or in person