Fleet Mechanic: Keep Trucks Rolling with Expert Repairs

Chestnut Labs; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Chestnut Labs, based in Austin, TX, seeks an experienced maintenance mechanic to support repair and preventive maintenance of trucks and trailers. You will diagnose issues, replace components, and work with other technicians to keep vehicles in optimal condition and available for use.

Responsibilities include inspecting brakes, transmissions, electrical systems, performing routine service, and completing work orders with attention to safety and SOPs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 to 3 years of mechanic, maintenance, or related experience.
• Certification and/or License – Mechanic certification, CDL license, refrigeration license, or other relevant certifications or licenses may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic vehicle and preventive maintenance, component replacements, and minor repairs.
• Maintain, repair, inspect, and/or replace brakes, steering mechanisms, springs, air bags, lights, air conditioners, water, fuel, oil, air filters, coolant and chemicals, transmissions, tire air pressure, tire tread, tires, chassis, drive lines, u-joints, air tanks, batteries, air lines, power cords, wipers, mirrors, drive train components, or other equipment as necessary
• Perform facility maintenance duties
• Use shop management system and other electronic systems available
• Diagnose minor mechanical and electronic problems, using diagnostic computer when applicable
• Identify root cause of “minor” failures/conditions and perform repairs as required
• Interact with drivers to properly determine nature of complaint once assigned a task
• Work in accordance with all federal, state, and corporate compliance guidelines (e.g., safety, DOT)
• Complete work orders and paperwork in a timely and accurate manner, maintaining high quality standards in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOP’s)
• Respond to accidents or inoperable vehicles to transport equipment back to shop for repair, if appropriate
• Keep management informed of safety, operator, and equipment observations and concerns
• Assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes, utilizing continuous improvement mindset
• Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area which may include wearing of all required personal protective equipment in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Skills

Engine knowledge

ABS systems

Diagnostics tools

Teamwork

English writing

Education

High school diploma

Mechanic certification

CDL license

Tools

Diagnostic computer

Shop management system

Job description

Chestnut Labs, based in Austin, TX, seeks an experienced maintenance mechanic to support repair and preventive maintenance of trucks and trailers. You will diagnose issues, replace components, and work with other technicians to keep vehicles in optimal condition and available for use.

Responsibilities include inspecting brakes, transmissions, electrical systems, performing routine service, and completing work orders with attention to safety and SOPs.