Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Mechanic

High Grade Materials Company; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

High Grade Materials Company in Benton Harbor, MI is seeking a Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Mechanic for a full-time, hourly non-exempt role. You will maintain a diverse fleet, perform routine maintenance, diagnose systems, and repair or replace components. Strong reading of manuals, diagnostic software, and safety compliance are required.

Occasional overtime, nights, and Saturdays may be needed. The position requires a valid driver's license, up to 50 lbs lifting, and excellent mechanical repair

Qualifications

• Two years of related experience preferred
• Possession of a valid driver license
• Ability to pass a drug screen
• Extensive knowledge of all aspects of vehicle repair
• Excellent mechanical repair skills
• Ability to read service and repair manuals
• Proficient with computer diagnostic equipment and software
• Must have the physical ability to: climb, stoop, bend, squat, twist, frequently lift up to 50 lbs., stretch, drive/sit
• Proficient dexterity with both hands
• Adhere to all safety regulations including company policies, State, and Federal regulations
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule with flexible hours, hours vary; overtime work, Saturdays and nights, may be required

Responsibilities

• Maintains vehicles and fleet equipment, including trucks and heavy equipment
• Performs routine maintenance and oil changes
• Performs tests on parts and systems to ensure proper function
• Identifies mechanical problems using visual inspection and diagnostic tools
• Repairs or replaces malfunctioning parts and systems such as brake pads, belts, water pumps, transmissions
• Test drives vehicles to confirm safe and proper operation
• Adheres to safety regulations and reports incidents to management
• Works with flexibility in schedule including possible overtime and nights

Skills

Vehicle repair

Mechanic

Reading manuals

Safety compliance

Flexible schedule

Valid driver’s license

Drug screen

Safety regulations

Dexterity

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Computer diagnostic equipment

Diagnostic software

Job description

Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Mechanic | Benton Harbor, MI

Full-Time
Hourly Non-Exempt

Essential Functions

• Maintains vehicles, which may include company's fleet of passenger cars, trucks, heavy equipment, tractor/trailers, etc.
• Performs routine and preventative maintenance including oil changes and tune-ups
• Performs tests on specific parts and systems to ensure proper function
• Identifies mechanical problems either visually or with computer diagnostic equipment
• Repairs or replaces malfunctioning parts and systems such as brake pads, belts, water pumps, transmissions, and other mechanical parts
• Test drives vehicles to confirm safe and proper operation
• Must have excellent attendance record and be punctual
• Adhere to all safety regulations including company policies, State, and Federal regulations; actively engage with employees to reinforce safe behaviors
• Responsible for reporting all incidents/injuries to management as soon as they occur
• Other duties as assigned

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Employment Requirements/Qualifications

• Two years of related experience preferred
• Possession of a valid driver license
• Ability to pass a drug screen
• Extensive knowledge of all aspects of vehicle repair
• Excellent mechanical repair skills
• Ability to read service and repair manuals
• Proficient with computer diagnostic equipment and software
• Must have the physical ability to: climb, stoop, bend, squat, twist, frequently lift up to 50 lbs., stretch, drive/sit
• Proficient dexterity with both hands
• Adhere to all safety regulations including company policies, State, and Federal regulations
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule with flexible hours, hours vary; overtime work, Saturdays and nights, may be required

Working Conditions

• Works in mechanics garage most of the time exposed to noise and odors; however, occasionally the job may be required to be performed outside providing exposure to various weather conditions ranging from extreme heat and cold, rain, snow, ice and wind
• Exposure to people in various types of emotional conditions
• Exposure to all types of terrain ranging from uneven, slippery, and soft ground