Diesel Mechanic

Atlantic Heavy Duty; Newport (KY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in heavy-duty vehicle service is seeking a skilled Diesel Mechanic in Newport, KY. The role involves maintaining and repairing various vehicle systems, requiring at least three years of experience and a CDL Class B. This position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits at or above industry standards.

Qualifications

• At least three years of prior experience in the heavy truck industry.
• Able to lift up to 30lbs without assistance.
• Pre-employment drug screening required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and replace systems including brakes, coolant, and electrical.
• Perform quality assessments of repairs.
• Work on heavy truck maintenance and diagnostics.

Skills

Hydraulic brake systems

Coolant systems

Electrical systems

Running gear maintenance

Chassis parts

Quality assessment

Education

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), Class B

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Full-time Description

Atlantic Heavy Duty is a subsidiary of Atlantic Emergency Solutions, our new subsidiary will carry forward Atlantic’s commitment to sales and service excellence into the refuse segment.

Atlantic Heavy Duty offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package at or above industry standards. Compensation is based on experience and certifications. Any payrate advertised in this ad is not provided or authorized by Atlantic Heavy Duty.

Atlantic Heavy Duty is the exclusive dealership of McNeilus Refuse vehicles, and all associated equipment and we proudly serve Delaware, Kentucky, Maryland, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia and The District of Columbia.

Atlantic Heavy Duty is seeking a full-time Diesel Mechanic for our Wilder Service Center.

Our Diesel Mechanics Are Responsible For

• Maintaining, repairing and/or replacing air and hydraulic brake systems. Adjust, repair and/or replace shoes, calipers, drums, rotors, cylinders, etc.
• Maintaining, repairing and/or replacing coolant systems. Radiator, hoses, heater core, belts, etc.
• Maintaining, repairing and/or replacing refuse electrical systems. Wiring, lighting systems, electrical control systems and switches, batteries, regulators, alternators, black box, etc.
• Maintaining, repairing and/or replacing running gear. Drive shift, u-joints, transmissions (automatic, manual)
• Maintaining, repairing and/or replacing body parts. Windows, regulators, door locks, related body parts, etc.
• Maintaining, repairing and/or replacing chassis part (wheel bearings, steering parts, seals, etc.)
• Performing Quality assessment of the repairs made to the vehicle/systems
  
  

Requirements

Successful candidate will have at least three years of prior experience in the heavy truck industry, along with being able to lift up to 30lbs without assistance. Pre-employment drug screening and satisfactory driving record required. Additionally, Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), Class B is required or must be willing to obtain.

Atlantic Heavy Duty is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means that we provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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