LSE Mechanic II

Les Schwab Tire Centers; Prineville (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Free health insurance

Quarterly bonuses

Paid vacation/holidays

401(k) retirement

Tuition assistance

Company training

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Les Schwab Tire Centers is seeking a skilled installer/technician to mount and refurbish equipment on LS Service Trucks, including beds, air compressors, tool boxes, hoses, and cranes. The role requires mastery of installation and repair, plus the ability to advise store personnel.

Responsibilities include diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues, replacing parts, and supporting best practices for service truck equipment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ vehicle experience (mechanical, installations, repairs).
• Automotive/mechanical trade certification preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting across electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Knowledge of LS service trucks and equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install equipment onto LS Service Trucks with minimal supervision.
• Repair installed equipment and test functionality.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, or other equipment failures.
• Assist stores in selecting appropriate equipment and best installation approaches.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Low voltage electrical

Hydraulics

Air compressors

Pneumatic systems

Education

Automotive/mechanical trade certification

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY:

Position is responsible for installing equipment into Les Schwab (LS) Service Trucks. Refurbish and/or repair previously installed equipment as needed, through the use of troubleshooting and diagnostic equipment. Role requires a mastery level knowledge of installation and repair, may serve as a subject matter expert to less-experienced mechanics, store personnel, and help to create best practices.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES/FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions/primary responsibilities.

• Install fabricated and purchased equipment onto LS Service Trucks, with limited to no supervision. Including but not limited to:
• Beds
• Air compressors
• Tool boxes
• Hose reels
• Air tanks
• Lighting and electrical
• Cranes
• Repair vehicle equipment for LS Stores by inspecting and testing vehicles
• Repair mechanical and electrical systems malfunctions on installed vehicle equipment
• Replace parts and components as required
• Diagnose and repair any mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, or other equipment breakdown/failure
• Work with LS Stores in diagnosing equipment repair issues with LS Service Trucksvaries

Store Equipment Liaison Responsibilities, if assigned:

Aids store managers in identifying which service trucks and/or equipment best fit their needs

• Provide over-the-phone troubleshooting expertise to identify root-cause of problems associated with service trucks/equipment; including, but not limited to: compressors, cranes, lift gates, or electrical
• Consider the needs of the store by asking thorough questions to determine anticipated use of each service truck/equipment
• Determine which equipment is best suited to be installed on each brand of service trucks
• Offer the best solution and explain the reasoning behind the selection
• Work directly with LSE Purchasing in the ordering of unique equipment

Receive returned scanning equipment for the Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) when requested by the store locations; upload the proper updates

MINIMUM EDUCATION & SKILLS REQUIRED

Educational/Experience Requirements:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience working with vehicles (mechanical, custom installations, remodels, light automotive repair)
• Automotive/mechanical trade or vocational certification preferred

Required Technical Skills/Knowledge:

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills to include low voltage electrical circuits, hydraulics, air compressors, and pneumatic systems
• Knowledge of LS service trucks and equipment preferred

Physical Requirements:

Frequently required to lift, move, or transport equipment weighing greater than 20 lbs., occasionally up to 50 lbs without aid. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform work while in a variety of positions, including: standing, bending, crawling, squatting, kneeling, laying on back and working overhead. Must be able to grasp, finger, feel, talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Unparalleled Benefits for Full-Time Eligible Employees:

• Competitive compensation
• FREE medical, dental, vision insurance for employees
• Quarterly profit sharing bonuses
• Vacation & holiday pay
• Retirement plan funded 100% by Les Schwab
• Tuition Assistance
• Company paid training
• Life insurance
• Short & long term disability