Diesel Mechanic

CalPortland; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction materials sector is seeking a Diesel Mechanic in Tucson, AZ. The successful candidate will be responsible for servicing and repairing commercial vehicles, ensuring they operate safely and effectively. This position requires a high school diploma and mechanical experience with commercial vehicles. Competitive benefits and a robust support system are provided to all employees.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Health and financial support

Variety of health and welfare plans

Employee assistance program

Retirement program

Qualifications

• Must have own tools.
• Experience working on commercial vehicles required.
• Diesel engine troubleshooting skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Service equipment according to planned schedule.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and clean commercial trucks.
• Maintain accurate parts inventory.

Skills

Diesel engine troubleshooting skills

Mechanical experience

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Basic fabrication skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Own tools

Job description

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The Diesel Mechanic is responsible for safely and properly repairing commercial trucks and various equipment in the repair shop setting and out on road calls.

At CalPortland, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees. Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That’s why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from. All regular full time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental and vision plans. Other benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, and retirement program. The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.

Compensation

Responsibilities

• Service equipment according to a planned schedule and in a timely manner
• Troubleshoot, repair and clean commercial trucks and equipment which may include removal of concrete buildup
• Check, prioritize and repair equipment write-ups based on safety issues, customer service issues, PM issues and less critical issues
• Keeps documentation on all repairs and consistently communicates status of downed vehicles to shop manager and dispatch
• Assists in maintaining accurate parts inventory by keeping parts in their designated place and recording parts removed
• Responsible for working in a safe manner, reporting all incidents/injuries to management as soon as they occur
• Attends safety meetings as scheduled by management
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Requirements/Qualifications

• Must have own tools
• Mechanical experience working on commercial vehicles
• Diesel engine troubleshooting skills with various engine manufacturers
• Experience with basic fabrication, use and application of welders and gas torch systems
• Experience preforming preventative maintenance
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Physical Requirements: climbing, stooping, bending, squatting, twisting, pushing, pulling, frequent lifting of 50 pounds, occasional lifting of 75 to 100 pounds, stretching, driving/sitting, using pneumatic and power tools
• Ability to work in extremes of hot and cold weather and wet environments
• Current Commercial Driver’s License preferred

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require FMCSA regulated on-going drug and alcohol testing.