Lead Shop Mechanic

JC Pallet; Bladenboro (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Gainshare program

Paid time off

Job summary

JC Pallet in Bladenboro, NC is seeking a hands-on Mechanic to lead our facility maintenance and ensure reliability of a fleet of trailers and heavy equipment. The role focuses on preventative maintenance, tire/brake work, hydraulic and electrical troubleshooting, welding, and safety.

You will supervise maintenance activities and set the standard for quality and safety across the team. The ideal candidate has diesel knowledge, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work at heights in a

Qualifications

• Diesel knowledge is required.
• Experience performing preventative maintenance on fleet equipment.
• Ability to lead maintenance activities and coach staff.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs/installations utilizing a wide range of tools including hand tools, power tools, cutting torches, and welding machines.
• Maintain upkeep of all equipment on site.
• Change tires, brakes, wheel seals, troubleshoot air systems and landing gears; welding skills helpful.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic systems and perform routine inspections.
• Lift up to 50 pounds and work at heights; safety awareness essential.
• Electrical experience is a plus; supervise maintenance personnel as lead mechanic.

Skills

Diesel knowledge

Preventative maintenance

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Tools

Hydraulic systems

Welding

Cutting torches

Diagnostics tools

Job description

JC Pallet is searching for talented individuals to join our team! JC Pallet is looking for a Mechanic at the Bladenboro, NC facility. If these core values interest you: Customer Service Above all Else, Share the Success, Absolute Integrity and We Are Family, to be part of our employee-owned organization with exceptional benefits. JC Pallet is the trusted source for the best recycled pallets.

The Mechanic position will perform regular full-facility preventative maintenance. Must maintain road worthiness for fleet of dry van trailers. This means, changing tires, hubs, brakes, airbags and performing routine maintenance and annual inspections. Repair all malfunctioning equipment and machinery. Diesel knowledge is a requirement.

This position will serve as the lead mechanic for the facility and will be responsible for overseeing maintenance activities, supporting equipment reliability initiatives, and providing leadership and direction to maintenance personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs/installations utilizing a wide range of tools including but not limited to hand tools, power tools, cutting torches, and welding machines.
• Maintain upkeep of all equipment on site.
• Be able to change tires, light work, adjust and change brakes, wheel seal, trouble shoot air systems, replace landing gears with knowledge of welding.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic systems troubleshooting and repair.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working at heights and performing elevated maintenance tasks.
• Electrical Experience a plus
• Valid Driver's License and safe driving record required.

Examples of work involved

• Must be able to work on tractor trailers:
  • change trailer tires
  • change brakes
  • change out airbags
  • diagnose light issues
  • repair holes in trailer floors properly
  • landing gear repairs
• Work on heavy machinery:
  • front end loader / bulldozer routine maintenance and diagnose issues
• bandsaws
• change out bearings
• diagnose issues
• chop saws
• change out bearings
• diagnose issues
• Manual feed saws:
  • change out bearings
  • diagnose issues
• Routine service of tractor, service truck and any other equipment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Frequent lifting and bending.
• Ability of standing and walking for extended periods of time.
• Working under trailers - underneath and on top.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work environment consists of occasional extreme temperature shifts ranging from very cold to very hot.
• Exposure to dust and loud noise (hearing protection is provided).
• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and moving forklifts.

BENEFITS

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid company sponsored basic life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Gainshare Program.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Some Saturday work may be required

WORK SITE LOCATION: 501 EAST ELM STREET, BLADENBORO, NC 28320

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Mechanical Reasoning Skills

Novice

Follows Detailed Instructions

Novice

Excellent Safety Performance

Novice

Ability to follow rules and policies

Novice

Behaviors

Preferred

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Leader

Inspires teammates to follow them

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