Maintenance Mechanic - Richland, MS

Ergon, Inc.; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Job summary

Ergon, Inc. in Richland, MS seeks a full-time Mechanic to service tractors and trailers for our logistics operation. You will perform inspections, maintain equipment, and keep shop areas safe, with on-call and weekend requirements.

CDL/Hazmat is desired; diesel experience highly valued. We require a high school diploma/GED, at least 1 year of maintenance experience, air brake certification, and your own tools.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of maintenance/repair experience preferred.
• Air brake certification required or to be obtained.
• Must provide own tools for the job.

Responsibilities

• Maintain tractors and trailers.
• Perform equipment inspections.
• Keep shop areas safe and clean.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Diesel repair

Mechanical knowledge

Air brake cert

Hazmat/CDL knowledge

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Own tools

Job description

This is a Mechanic Position for contract and common carrier with a logistics / trucking company location in Richland, MS. Reports to Shop Foreman. Duties and Responsibilities include: Maintaining tractors and trailers; Performing inspections on equipment; Keeping shop areas safe and clean; Other duties as assigned. Requirements and Qualifications include: High School Diploma/GED; Good communication skills; Preference of 1 year of experience in maintenance and repair; Air brake certified; Must have own tools. Desired: Tank experience; CDL with HAZMAT & Tank Endorsements; Knowledge of newer diesel and emission treatment systems.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Ergon offers a competitive benefits package for our operators: 401(k), Health, Life, Dental, Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave, Tuition Assistance and Profit Sharing

Schedule

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Experience

• Diesel engine repair: 1 year (Preferred)
• Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Preferred)

Ergon is an EEO/AAP Employer.

Employment offer contingent upon pre-employment drug test, background check, and MVR.