Mechanic

M-; Federalsburg (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

This mechanic role focuses on maintaining and repairing vehicles, including preventive maintenance and routine truck repairs. You will troubleshoot issues to maximize reliability and function, handling brake work, hydraulics, driveline, steering, suspension, electrical systems, and transmissions.

Advanced repairs involve fuel injection, electronics, emissions, and major engine/transmission work. Welding and cutting are preferred skills, with compliance to safety and regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred; vocational cert or apprenticeship preferred.
• Experience with brakes, driveline and electrical systems a must.
• Welding/cutting experience is a plus and safety awareness essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance with no supervision.
• Carry out routine truck repairs including brake work, hydraulics, driveline, steering, suspension, electrical and transmission with no supervision.
• Perform advanced truck repairs such as fuel injection, electronics, emissions, meters, tank and piping work with no supervision.
• Maintain inventory control of parts and assist with ordering from approved vendors.
• Operate in a shop/yard setting and follow safety protocols.

Skills

Brake work

Driveline repairs

Electrical systems

Electronic components knowledge

Vehicle diagnostics

Welding and cutting

Air Conditioning work

Physical fitness

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma

Vocational certification or apprenticeship

Tools

Lift operation

Diagnostic tools

Power tools

Job description

This Mechanic position is to maintain and repair vehicles. You will be responsible for troubleshooting issues and fixing them aiming to maximum reliability and functionality.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Perform preventative maintenance with no supervisionPerform routine truck repairs including brake work, hydraulics, driveline, steering, suspension, electrical and transmission with no supervisionPerform advanced truck repairs including fuel injection, electronics, emissions, meters, tank and piping work, major engine or transmission rebuilds with no supervision.Ability to perform welding and cutting preferredPerform annual state vehicle inspections per regulatory guidelines.Maintain inventory control of parts inventory and order as necessary from approved vendors.Perform various odd jobs around the shop and yardPossess Class C certificationDesire to grow and accelerate with the CompanyGood customer relationsMust have a positive, upbeat attitudeMust be able to take direction from coworkersSKILLS & EXPERIENCE:Service medium duty and heavy-duty truck/trailerBrake work, wheel seal and driveline repairsAir Conditioning work a plusAny other responsibilities that will make the department run more efficientlyProven experience as auto mechanicExcellent knowledge of mechanical, electrical and electronic components of vehiclesWorking knowledge of vehicle diagnostic systems and methodsAbility to handle various tools (e.g. pliers) and heavy equipment (e.g. lift)Willingness to observe all safety precautions for protection against accidents, dangerous fluids, chemicals etc.Excellent physical conditionHigh school diploma is preferred; Certification from a vocational school or completion of apprenticeship is preferredWORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:This job operates in a shop environment. This role routinely uses standard shop equipment such as lifts, air compressors, etc. The noise level in the shop and the outside locations can be loud. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes, moving mechanical parts and vibrations. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions due to weather conditions.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, stoop, pull, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move objects up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must be able to perform work in a variety of weather conditions including extreme heat, cold, rain and snow.