Diesel Mechanic - 3rd Shift

Abbyland Trucking; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbyland Trucking is seeking a Diesel Mechanic for the 3rd shift to provide service and maintenance on tractors and trailers in Curtiss, Wisconsin. The role requires performing preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs, including brakes, lighting, tires, and engine components, with safety and quality in mind.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate's degree in a related discipline and 2–5 years of experience; Abbyland offers training and a tool program for those without tools.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in related discipline is desired.
• 2–5 years of related trade experience preferred; training offered.
• Abbyland provides a tool program for experienced mechanics without tools.

Responsibilities

• Punch time clock to generate work orders for assigned duties.
• Communicate with service manager to determine needs and advise work done.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections using standard shop equipment.
• Perform state and federal inspections as required.
• Diagnose mechanical problems using manuals and experience.
• Repair, overhaul or replace components like gears, valves, starters, pumps.
• Replace and adjust lights, brakes, tires; test drive if CDL qualified.
• Drive service vehicle to pick up parts and respond to road calls.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Diagnostics

Brake work

Education

Associate's degree in related discipline

2–5 years relevant experience preferred

Tools

Shop equipment

Mechanic hand tools

Welding equipment

Job description

# Diesel Mechanic - 3rd Shift## **Summary**Provide service and maintenance on tractors and trailers.## **Essential Duties & Responsibilities**The essential duties for this job include the following, but other duties may be assigned.* Punch time clock to generate work order for assigned duties* Communicate with service manager to determine needs and advise work done* Perform preventive maintenance inspections as specified using mechanics hand tools and shop equipment, which may include hydraulic jacks or hoists, welding and air pressure equipment, and other equipment necessary* Perform state and federal inspections* Diagnose mechanical problems using charts, technical manuals, and experience* Perform necessary repairs, using tools and equipment stated above.* Repair, overhaul, or replace components such as gears, valves, bearings, blowers, alternators, generators, distributors, starters, and pumps. Rewire ignition system, lights, and instrument panel. Adjust brakes, align front end, repair or replace shock absorbers and springs. Replace and adjust lights, install and repair accessories such as radios, heaters, mirrors, and windshield wipers. Replace and repair tires, etc.* Complete work order using part numbers, codes, etc* Drive vehicles within company property and test drive on public roads as required. (If CDL qualified)* Fuel equipment if necessary* Wash exterior of tractors and trailers, when required. Wash out trailers when required* Assist in maintaining clean and orderly shop equipment. May involve sweeping, scrubbing, painting, etc.* Observe safety rules and regulations, shop work rules, company policy, and other posted or verbal instruction from management* Drive service vehicle to pick up parts from outside vendors and respond to road calls* Participate in process and quality improvement activities* Present clean, neat appearance and proper business etiquette## **Education & Experience**Associate's degree (A.A.;A.S.) in related discipline from a two-year college or technical school is desired. Abbyland would prefer previous experience in related trade of 2 to 5 years, but we will train the right candidate. Abbyland has a tool program to help mechanics with experience but no tools.## **Certificates, Licenses or Registrations**Driver's License is required.## **Physical Demands**While performing job duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, use hand to push, pull, carry and lift up to 100 pounds to shoulder height, kneel, crouch, turn and twist, climb ladders over 6 feet off the ground level, flexibility to reach engine parts, vision and dexterity to evaluate and repair small components.## **Work Environment**Potential hazards include dust, diesel fumes, solvents, oil spills, and electrical equipment. 25% of work will be performed outside in temperatures ranging from 100°F to -35°F. Safety glasses and safety shoes are shop requirements. Apply Now## Job Opening Information* **Location:** Curtiss, WI* **Employment Type:** Full-time* **Shift:** 3rd