Mechanic

Colonial Group; DeRidder (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a mechanic to service tractors, trailers, and heavy equipment with on-call tire repairs and minor diagnostics. You will perform PM services and use shop tools and the Mechanics Workstation under guidance.

A high school diploma is required, plus 2+ years of tractor/trailer or heavy equipment mechanic experience. CDL is preferred, and dependability with safe work practices is essential for timely performance and excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• At least 2 years of tractor/trailer or heavy equipment mechanic experience.
• CDL preferred (Class A CDL not required; may affect pay within tier).
• Dependable, safety-conscious and able to follow instructions.
• Strong customer service and on-time performance.

Responsibilities

• Perform services and minor repairs to tractors and trailers with guidance and little supervision.
• On-call for tire repairs and trailer/equipment repairs, including air leaks, lights, batteries and cables.
• Use work order software and Mechanics Workstation to navigate tasks.
• Perform PM services and most repairs with guidance.
• Ask questions and seek information on unfamiliar tasks.

Skills

Tools up to 1/2 in drive

On-call tire repairs

Computers / work order software

Customer service

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

CDL preferred

Tools

Mechanics Workstation

Shop tools

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Has sufficient tools for the job up to ½ inch drive.

• Ability to perform services and minor repairs to tractor and trailers withguidance andlittlesupervision.

• Working knowledge of computers, can follow instructions on how to navigate the work order software, Mechanics Workstation.

• Ability to work as an individualwhile on callperforming tire repairs and replacements, minor repairs on equipment such as air leaks, light malfunctions,battery and cable malfunctions and trailer repairs.

• Mechanic 1 should have sufficient knowledge and skill level to perform PM services and most repairs withguidance andlittle supervision.

• They will be expected to ask questions and seek out information on tasks that they are unfamiliar with.

Training & Development

• Train in all aspects of the Mechanic Position.
• Learn proper use of shop tools, service truck tools, and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 2 years of tractor/traileror heavy equipmentmechanic experience.
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred. (Possession of a Class A CDLis not required and can result in increased pay within the Tier)
• Dependable, safety‑conscious, and able to follow instructions.
• Strong customer service skills and consistent on‑time performance.