FLEET MECHANIC I-MARION

∙ Elijah House Foundation; Marion (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Elijah House Foundation is looking for a skilled mechanic to ensure that trucks, trailers, and yard tractors are in working order and compliant with federal standards. Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing various components, performing maintenance, and operating necessary tools. Experience with air brakes, hydraulic systems, and effective communication are necessary. The position requires working under varying conditions and maintaining high safety standards while ensuring vehicle compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience working with air brake, hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Prior welding and fabrication experience preferred.
• Tire repair experience (repair, mounting, dismounting) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair truck, trailer components such as doors, floors, and brake systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on tractor and trailer equipment.
• Abide by all Company policies and safety rules.

Skills

Heavy diesel truck and trailer mechanic skills

Effective communicator

Ability to work unsupervised

Tools

Gauges

Forklifts

Hand and power tools

Job description

Company Overview

Dollar General Corporation has been delivering value to shoppers for more than 80 years. Dollar General helps shoppers Save time. Save money. Every day.® by offering products that are frequently used and replenished, such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares and seasonal items at everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations.

General Summary

Ensures all trucks, trailers and yard tractors are in working order and are compliant to federal standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair truck, trailer components such as doors, floors, side panels, electrical and air brake systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance (PMs) on tractor and trailer equipment including routine technical repairs and completing repair orders.
• Perform maintenance repairs as required to maximize safety and reliability on all fleet vehicles including tractors, trailers, lift-gates, and any company-owned equipment.
• Abide by all Company policies and safety rules and assist in maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
• Assist drivers with addressing outstanding vehicle issues.
• Maintains repairs for class 8 trucks, trailers and yard tractors.
• Safely operates gauges, forklifts, shunt truck, torches, grinders, and various hand and power tools.
• Performs DOT inspections and compliancy.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work unsupervised, make decisions as needed.
• Effective communicator and team player.
• Heavy diesel truck and trailer mechanic skills.

Work Experience

• Experience working with air brake, hydraulic and electrical systems. Prior welding and fabrication experience preferred. Tire repair experience (repair, mounting, dismounting) preferred.

Working Conditions

• Conducts some repairs in odd positions and/or confined or close spaces.
• Work is performed under changing climatic conditions of extreme heat and cold.
• Walking long distances; sitting or standing for long periods of time.
• Bending, stooping, squatting, or kneeling on a repetitious basis.
• Fast‑paced environment.
• Exposure to noise and heights.

Dollar General is an equal opportunity employer.