Garage Mechanic

Preload; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 33,062 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

A growing logistics company in Louisville, Kentucky is seeking a Garage Mechanic to maintain and repair diesel/gas-powered trucks and equipment. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, two to five years of mechanical experience, and bring their own tools. This position offers a pay range of $24/hr to $28/hr along with competitive benefits. Applicants with a background as a diesel mechanic are preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Inspect and repair electrical, hydraulic, and air systems.
• Perform routine maintenance such as oil changes and battery checks.
• Test drive trucks and heavy equipment to diagnose malfunctions.

Skills

Mechanical expertise

Problem-solving

Tool usage

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pneumatic wrenches

Cordless tools

Welding equipment

Job description

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.

Responsibilities

• 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 multimeters, 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.

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