Mechanic

NEW EARTH USA LLC; Mississippi; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

NEW EARTH USA LLC in Mississippi seeks a hands-on Fleet Diesel Technician responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, repairing and maintaining diesel engines and heavy equipment including semi-trucks, trailers, loaders and forklifts. Valid CDL is required; high school diploma or tech school graduate considered.

You will work outdoors in all weather, lift up to 50 lbs, travel may be required, and you must pass background and drug tests.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; tech school graduates considered.
• 1 year+ experience with modern diesel equipment (semi-trucks, semi-trailers, loaders, excavators).
• CDL Class A or B preferred; valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide services ranging from routine maintenance, repairs, and diagnostics.
• Service, maintain, and repair semi tractors, roll-off trucks, wheel loaders, and forklifts.
• Willing to service equipment in field conditions (outdoors in all weather).
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and perform some manual labor.
• Maintain communication with supervisors and team members.
• Pass a background check and drug test.
• Maintain a safe driving record.
• Other duties as assigned and relevant to position.

Skills

Diesel equipment experience

Hydraulics knowledge

Diesel diagnostics software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tech school graduate considered

Tools

Diesel diagnostic computers

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education:
  1. Highschool or equivalent degree.
  2. Recent tech school graduate considered.
• Experience:
  1. 1 year or more of experience working with modern diesel equipment including semi-trucks, semi-trailers, front-end loaders, and excavators.
  2. Experience with hydraulics a plus.
  3. Experience using modern diesel diagnostic computers and software to diagnose and perform repairs.
• Certificate/Licensure:
  1. Valid driver's license.
  2. CDL Class A or B.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide services ranging from routine maintenance, repairs, and diagnostics.
• Service, maintain, and repair semi tractors, roll-off trucks, wheel loaders, and forklifts.
• Willing and able to service equipment in field like conditions (i.e. outdoors in all weather conditions).
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Able to do some manual labor and lift 50lbs.
• Maintain communication with supervisors and team members.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Ability to pass a drug test.
• Safe driving record.
• Other duties as assigned and relevant to position.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• General knowledge of the mechanical principles, practices and processes.
• Ability to use personal protective equipment in compliance with OSHA exposure control program.
• Willingness to work irregular hours, overtime and/or weekends.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Generally, the employee filling this position will be expected to be present at the project location Monday through Friday for an 8 hour shift and/or as directed by the Fleet Director. May work extended hours including weekends.
• Job functions will be carried out in a vast array of environments including but not limited to maintenance facilities, job sites, customer facilities, vehicles, agricultural sites, landfills, end user facilities, etc.
• Frequently required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, bend, and kneel.
• Frequently must push, pull, move or lift up to 50 lbs.
• The workplace is in a smoke-free environment.
• PPE is required and must be worn as instructed.
• Must adhere to all safety requirements.
• Travel may be required.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

100% - Operates in accordance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements as well as all local, state and federal requirements, Customer and Company expectations for the Fleet department.

• Participates and cooperates in all scheduled training, briefings, and meetings as required by the Manager.
• Assist company drivers as directed.
• Notify Manager of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
• Willingness to work irregular hours, overtime and/or weekends