Diesel Mechanic

Smirecyclers; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Smirecyclers in Oklahoma City is seeking a skilled Diesel Mechanic to oversee the performance and maintenance of large production machinery. This role involves troubleshooting mechanical issues and performing preventive maintenance on heavy mobile equipment and diesel-powered trucks.

The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills and a good understanding of DOT regulations. Responsibilities include performing inspections, ordering parts, and maintaining shop areas. A CDL license is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience working on and troubleshooting issues with both heavy mobile equipment and diesel-powered trucks.
• Current CDL license is a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and stressful environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance inspections and service on machines.
• Evaluate and repair any truck or piece of equipment not in good working order.
• Order and install replacement parts for machines.

Skills

Troubleshooting heavy mobile equipment

DOT regulations understanding

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Vocational or community college coursework

Job description

Description

The Diesel Mechanic will oversee the performance and maintenance of large production machinery. They will stay busy working on and troubleshooting mechanical and/or other issues that arise with both heavy mobile equipment and diesel-powered trucks.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance inspections and service on machines.
• Evaluate and repair any truck/piece of equipment that is not in good working order.
• Thoroughly cleans machines and machine parts, removing parts and reinstalling as necessary.
• Oils and lubricates moving parts on machines to ensure effective performance.
• Records and reports damaged, worn, or broken parts and document accordingly.
• Orders and installs replacement parts for machines.
• Identifies the causes of unexpected breakdowns of machines.
• Repairs broken machines quickly and efficiently.
• Prepares reports documenting work performed.
• Cleans, organizes, inventories, stocks, and otherwise maintains shop areas, parts, tools, and supplies.
• Communicates daily with management about any issues surrounding work building and/or equipment.
• Coordinates with managers to schedule regular maintenance on machines.
• Collaborates with product manager or plant engineer regarding new products being added and modifications that will be required.
• Makes necessary modifications and implements tests runs; confers with product manager regarding test results and makes additional alterations to machinery as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Experience working on and troubleshooting issues with both heavy mobile equipment and diesel-powered trucks.
• Must have thorough understanding of DOT regulations.
• Mechanically inclined with great problem-solving skills.
• Works well independently and with others.
• Good communication skills.
• Organized with attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and stressful environment.

Education and Experience:

• Some vocational or community college with related coursework or equivalent experience, required.
• Bilingual preferred, not required.
• Current CDL license a plus.
• Mobile equipment operating experience a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods standing and walking.
• Able to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery.
• Must be able to visually inspect machines.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.