Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic 3rd Shift

Merchants Distributors, Inc. (MDI); Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Hickory is seeking a Diesel Mechanic to perform preventative maintenance on their tractor trailer fleet. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of hands-on repair experience and ASE certifications. Enjoy great employee benefits including paid time off and a pension program. Join our team and contribute to maintaining our fleet in a safe and efficient manner.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Medical/Dental/Vision

Company Funded Pension Program

Sign on bonus for experienced mechanics

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of hands-on repair and diagnosis experience.
• Must have own basic tools and tool chest.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on cars, trucks, trailers, and other equipment.
• Responsible for diagnosis and repair of tractors including brakes, suspension, transmissions.
• Record and enter maintenance and parts information into the computer.

Skills

Repair

Diagnosis

Welding

Computer Skills

Education

ASE Certification

Tools

Basic Tools

Job description

Overview

The Diesel Mechanic performs preventative maintenance on tractor trailer fleet

***SIGN ON BONUS***

Schedule

Tuesday-Friday 9pm-7am

Come join our team and enjoy great employee benefits!

Here's what you have to look forward to -

• Paid Time Off
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Company Funded Pension Program
• Sign on bonus for experienced mechanics

Responsibilities

• Perform basic inspection (check fluids, lights, brakes, etc.)
• Perform preventive maintenance on cars, trucks, trailers, and other equipment.
• Responsible for diagnosis and repair of tractors including but not limited to brakes, suspension, transmissions
• Responsible for body repair including welding
• Fuel company equipment.
• Keep garage and all working areas clean.
• Record and enter maintenance and parts information into the computer.
• Work in a safe manner adhering to all MDI, state, and federal safety guidelines.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, stretch, and lift to 100 lbs
• Operate trailer yard spotter as needed.
• Will be required to be on call, as needed.
• Change truck and trailer tires, as needed.
• May be required to do other jobs or tasks, as needed.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of hands-on repair and diagnosis experience
• Air conditioning certified
• Needs the following ASE certifications: Suspension/Steering, Air brake, Diesel/Gasoline, Transmission/Differential
• Experience in transmission/differential repair
• Intermediate computer skills with diagnosis programs preferred
• Experience with Mack/Detroit engines
• Basic welding skills
• Must be able to bend, twist, and lift up to 100+ lbs and pass lifting test.
• Must have own basic tools and tool chest.

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