Diesel Mechanic - Up to $35.53/Hour - 4 Day Work Wk

Sutton Transport, Inc.; Highland (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Diesel Mechanic, where your expertise in maintaining and repairing fleet vehicles will be valued. This role offers a unique 4-day work week, allowing you to balance work and life effectively. You will be responsible for diagnosing mechanical issues, performing general overhauls, and ensuring the fleet operates smoothly. With competitive pay up to $35.53/hour and opportunities for additional training and incentives, this position is perfect for skilled mechanics looking to advance their careers. If you have a passion for diesel mechanics and want to be part of a dedicated team, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• Experience as a journey-level diesel mechanic preferred.
• Knowledge of gas and diesel engines and heavy truck repair required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair Sutton Transport fleet vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Diagnose defects and perform preventive maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Communication Skills

Manual Dexterity

Problem-Solving

Knowledge of Mechanical Equipment

Record Keeping

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Diagnostic Tools

Repair Equipment

Job description

Diesel Mechanic - Up to $35.53/Hour - 4 Day Work Wk

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Company Description: Sutton Transport is seeking experienced diesel mechanics to join our team.

Hours: 1st Shift Available - 4 Day Work Week!

Pay: TOP SCALE UP TO $35.53/Hour with CDL and ASE incentives. Training available for incentives.

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY: Mechanics are responsible for safely and efficiently maintaining Sutton Transport fleet vehicles.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operate and inspect mechanical equipment to diagnose defects.
• Analyze malfunctions and perform general overhaul, tune up or preventive maintenance of equipment.
• Dismantle and reassemble equipment.
• Plan work procedure using charges, technical manuals and experience.
• Repair, replace and adjust necessary units and parts.
• Enter labor lines and parts into repair order computer system.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Travel to other company shop locations when staff is needed.
• React to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Command of English language to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• High School completion or equivalent.
• Must pass a NON-Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination and functional screen. NOTE: If you are CDL-qualified mechanic, you will be subject to a DOT physical examination.
• Must consent to a pre-employment drug screen. Sutton Transport must receive a negative result.
• Experience as a journey-level diesel mechanic is preferred.
• CDL, ASE, and state and/or federal inspection certifications are preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of methods, materials, tools and techniques used in the repair and maintenance of a variety of automotive and mechanical equipment is required.
• Must have working knowledge of the operating principles of gas and diesel engines and repair of heavy trucks.
• Must have previous experience maintaining detailed and routine record keeping.
• Manual dexterity required.
• Must possess knowledge of occupational hazards & standard safety precautions.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to communicate to both internal and external customers.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Overtime may be necessary during peak periods. Must be able to work a varied schedule or travel based on need.
• Heavy work: exerting up to 50 pounds of force frequently to lift, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, and 100+ lbs. on an occasional basis.
• Subject to both internal and external environmental conditions: work occurs inside and outside. Outside work may be in extreme weather conditions.
• Subject to: standing, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and reaching for sustained periods of time.
• Subject to noise: there is sufficient noise to require shouting in order to be heard above the ambient noise level.
• Subject to hazards: includes a variety of physical working conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, and exposure to chemicals.
• Subject to atmospheric conditions: one or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: fumes, odors, dusts, mists and gases.
• Required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: operate machines and motor vehicles.
• The worker is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as: visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication of parts at distances close to the eye.

Sutton Transport, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to attracting and retaining the best-qualified people available, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or status as a veteran of the Armed Forces, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Truck Transportation