Garage Mechanic - Nights

Ben E. Keith; Fort Worth, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ben E. Keith in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Garage Mechanic for a full-time night shift. The role involves diagnosing, repairing, or overhauling trucks and diesel engines, and requires you to provide your own tools.

Duties include inspecting brake systems, performing maintenance, testing equipment, and ensuring safety standards are met. A valid driver's license and 3+ years of diesel experience are required; Thermo King/Carrier experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of diesel mechanic experience or training.
• Driver's license required.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Thermo King or Carrier refrigeration experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair or overhaul trucks and diesel engines.
• Follow safety standards.
• Install and repair refrigeration systems as needed.
• Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms and wheel bearings.
• Perform routine maintenance: oil changes, battery checks, lubrication.
• Adjust brakes, reline wheels, tighten bolts and reassemble equipment.
• Raise trucks and heavy parts using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
• Test drive trucks to diagnose malfunctions.
• Use test instruments to diagnose equipment.
• Communicate problems to Supervisor by phone.
• Obey traffic laws and procedures.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Diesel engine repair

Brake inspection

Maintenance & service

Test driving/diagnostics

Education

High school diploma or GED

3 yrs diesel mechanic experience

Thermo King or Carrier refrigeration experience (preferred)

Tools

Thermo King refrigeration equipment

Job description

Position Summary and Responsibilities

The Garage Mechanic is a fulltime position. Mechanics will diagnose, adjust, repair or overhaul trucks and all types of diesel engines. Must provide your own tools. Responsibilities consist of, but are not limited to:

• Perform duties by following the Company’s safety standards.
• Install and repair industrial and commercial refrigerating systems.
• Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, lathes, welding equipment, drill press and jacks and hoists.
• Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition.
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
• Adjust and reline brakes, align wheels, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment.
• Raise trucks, buses, and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
• Test drive trucks and buses to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly.
• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts, and pressure gauges.
• Immediately communicate problems with Supervisor by phone
• Obey traffic laws and follow established traffic and transportation procedures.
• Other responsibilities may be assigned by the manager.

Night Schedule:

Work Schedule:

Sunday - Tuesday: 7pm-7am

Wednesday - 7pm - 1am

Off Thursday - Saturday

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Driver's License required.
• 3yrs of Diesel Mechanic experience/and or training required.
• Experience/training with Thermo King or Carrier refrigeration not required but preferred.
• High school diploma or GED; 2 yrs or more related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 100 lbs.

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