Garage Mechanic

Preload; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction seeks a Garage Mechanic to maintain and repair diesel and gas-powered trucks and equipment. This role requires strong mechanical skills and experience in a garage environment. The position offers competitive hourly pay and benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for skilled mechanics.

Qualifications

• Two to five years of mechanical experience required.
• Must have own tools.
• Experience as a diesel mechanic preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, service, and repair of diesel/gas-powered trucks.
• Inspect and diagnose electrical, hydraulic, and air systems.
• Perform routine maintenance such as oil changes and equipment lubrication.

Skills

Diagnostic Skills

Mechanical Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

High school diploma or general education degree

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

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Preload is seeking a Garage Mechanic to join their growing team. The Garage Mechanic performs the maintenance, service, repair of diesel/gas-powered trucks and equipment, either in the shop or in the field, by performing all duties of a skilled mechanic. Pay is in the $24/hr to $28/hr with competitive benefits.

• Inspect, diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic and air systems on vehicles and equipment.
• Inspect the engine and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition.
• Use hand tools as well as power tools, such as pneumatic wrenches, cordless tools, welding equipment and hoists.
• Examine and adjust protective guards and specified safety devices.
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries and lubricating equipment and machinery.
• Test drive trucks and heavy equipment to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly.
• Inspect and verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to factory specifications.
• Assess defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions using test instruments such as multi meters, schematics, or pressure gauges.
• Repair or replace wiring, lights, and instrument panels.
• Diagnose and repair vehicle heating and cooling systems.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or general education degree
• Two to five years of mechanical experience (must have own tools)
• Experience as a diesel mechanic in a garage environment is preferred
  
  

Preload is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veterans committed to the principle of Diversity and is particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of professionals for each open opportunity. Preload encourages minorities, females, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and other members of protected classes to apply for positions.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction

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