Mechanic

Carter Lumber; Macomb Township (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

Disability

Life insurance

AD&D

Supplemental life

401(k)

Paid vacation

Vendor incentives

Growth opportunities

Military friendly

Job summary

Carter Lumber is seeking a Mechanic to perform daily repairs and preventive maintenance on trucks, trailers, forklifts, and other equipment. The role emphasizes diagnosing issues, ensuring DOT compliance, and working in a safety-conscious environment.

Required is 3+ years post-qualification experience with heavy diesel engines, strong diagnostics, and good communication skills. The position offers full-time hours and a path for growth within the company.

Qualifications

• 3+ years post-qualification experience
• Extensive knowledge of heavy diesel engines
• Strong diagnostics and troubleshooting ability
• Excellent time management and attention to detail
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair all trucks, trailers, forklifts and other equipment
• Diagnose mechanical problems and repair cost-effectively
• Prioritize tasks based on project importance
• Inspect and document maintenance performed on equipment
• Adhere to safety requirements when operating tools and equipment
• Ensure safety features on equipment are functioning properly
• Report defects or safety issues immediately
• Complete required safety training

Skills

Heavy diesel engines

Diagnostics/troubleshooting

Time management

Verbal communication

Independent work

Team player

Attention to detail

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

A Carter Lumber Mechanicis responsible for performing daily repairs, emergency and preventative maintenance on all trucks, trailers, forklifts and other equipment. This is accomplished by diagnosing equipment issues and performing repairs in a timely and cost effective manner, ensuring our vehicles are DOT compliant. A strong belief in the mission and goals of the company are necessary to this position.

Requirements:

• 3+ years post qualification experience
• Extensive knowledge in the repair and maintenance of Heavy diesel engines
• Strong Diagnostics work background; ability to troubleshoot and accurately diagnose work
• Superior time management skills, attention to detail
• Exceptional verbal communication and organizational skills
• Dependable, responsible team player with a positive attitude
• Able to work independently in a team environment

Responsibilities:

Equipment Maintenance & Repair

• Responsible for maintaining and repairing all trucks, trailers, forklifts and other equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical problems and ensures that they are repaired in a proper and cost effective manner.
• Prioritizes and sets goals based on importance of project that needs attention.
• Inspects and documents the maintenance performed on equipment.

Safety

• Adheres to safety requirements when operating tools and equipment.
• Ensures safety functions on equipment are operating properly.
• Handles material in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Reports any defects or safety issues immediately.
• Completes required safety training.

Benefits (full-time employees)

• Health, Dental, Vision (Single and Family Plans) available after 30 days of employment
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Company-paid life insurance and AD&D
• Optional supplemental life insurance
• Company-match 401(k)
• Vacation time and paid holidays
• Vendor incentives
• Room for growth; we promote from within!
• Military encouraged to apply!