Industrial Shop Mechanic

SUDDEN SERVICE INC; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription

Dental

Vision

Vacation

10 Holidays

401K

Job summary

Sudden Service, Inc. (SSI) in La Vergne, TN is seeking a skilled diesel/hydraulics technician to inspect and repair lift trucks and related equipment.

You will diagnose and repair engines, cooling, fuel, electrical, and exhaust systems, using diagnostic tools, and maintain accurate service records. Recommended candidates have at least three years of diesel hydraulics experience and some vocational schooling in hydraulics and diesel engines.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints or technical manuals.
• Requires basic computer skills and ability to use diagnostic tools.
• Three years of on-the-job experience in diesel mechanics and hydraulics.
• Some vocational schooling in hydraulics and diesel engines is preferred.
• Welding test AWSD14 is optional but passing the tacker test is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Inspects lift trucks and equipment to determine repair scope.
• Performs repairs on gasoline, diesel, and propane engines with minimal instruction.
• Repairs cooling, fuel, electrical, and exhaust systems using diagnostic tools.
• Maintains records of maintenance work performed.
• Takes service calls and assists when Service Manager is unavailable.
• Cleans and maintains the garage area and related equipment.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Blueprint reading

Computer skills

Diagnostic tools

Read technical manuals

Education

Vocational hydraulics and diesel repair training

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Taylor Sudden Service provides exclusive worldwide distribution of genuine Taylor OEM parts and forklift service for equipment designed, manufactured, and marketed by Taylor Machine Works, Inc. Backed by a network of parts and service centers, nationwide dealer support organizations, and factory-trained service technicians, SSI is committed to providing the best parts and service support in the industry. We offer training schools for our service technicians on a regular basis, ensuring the best possible service to Taylor Machine Works’ customers. Sudden Service, INC (SSI) is a subsidiary of the Taylor Group of Companies, a third-generation family-owned business based in Louisville, MS since 1927.Duties/Responsibilities:Inspects lift trucks and equipment to determine the extent of repairs.Performs needed repairs on gasoline, diesel, and propane engines with minimal instruction.Inspects, adjusts, and repairs components as needed.Repairs cooling, fuel, electrical, and exhaust systems using diagnostic tools.Performs preventative maintenance as needed to improve the condition and performance of the fleet.Operates equipment to troubleshoot and test equipment as needed.Maintains records of all maintenance performed.Assists parts department in shipping and receiving of motor freight.Takes service calls and provides assistance when the Service Manager is unavailable.Cleans and maintains garage area as needed.Other related duties as required.Required Skills/Abilities:This job requires stooping, bending, climbing, and the capability of lifting 50 pounds.Basic computer skills required.Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and other technical material.Education and Experience:Some vocational or formal schooling in hydraulics and diesel engine repair.Three years on the job experience in diesel mechanics and hydraulics. Schooling in these fields could substitute for some of the job experience.While it is not a requirement that the FSM pass the AWSD14 Welding Test, the incumbent is required to pass the tacker test. The FSM is encouraged to practice and improve welding skills to pass the AWSD14 Welding Test to be considered for future promotions.Benefits:Medical/PrescriptionDentalVisionVacation10 Holidays401K