Mechanic

AUSTIN POWDER COMPANY; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Powder Company is seeking a skilled maintenance worker in Nashville, TN. Responsibilities include inspecting and repairing equipment, keeping records, and ordering necessary parts. Candidates must hold a high school diploma and a Class B CDL, with effective communication skills and the ability to work outdoors.

This role entails maintaining tools, creating positive relationships with colleagues, and ensuring compliance with all regulations. Austin Powder is committed to equal opportunity employment for all applicants.

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ years old as required by DOT.
• 2 years of driving experience with Class B CDL.
• Certifications for tank and hazardous materials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair parts on vehicles.
• Keep maintenance records for compliance.
• Order parts for equipment repair.
• Maintain tools and equipment provided by the company.
• Develop positive work relationships with co-workers and vendors.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to interpret documents

Effective communication

Math skills

Education

High school or equivalent (GED)

Tools

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain and repair parts on equipment, trucks and vehicles.
• Keep maintenance records.
• Place orders for parts and supplies needed for equipment repair or services.
• Recommend purchases of new equipment and supplies or outsourcing of repairs.
• Maintain miscellaneous equipment in the yard or at customer sites (e.g., mags, bins, silos, containers, pumps).
• Maintain tools and equipment provided by Austin Powder Company.
• Order and stock parts according to usage records, using designated suppliers.
• Perform or schedule all fleet repairs and maintenance with proper documentation to meet regulatory agencies and APC policies.
• Keep garage and work area clean and organized.
• Report employee, vendor or equipment issues to the Location Manager.
• Develop and maintain positive work relationships with co-workers, customers, vendors, and government agencies.
• Display honest and ethical work behaviors in pursuit of APC business goals.
• Maintain a safe working environment in compliance with all regulations and APC policies.
• Maintain all required licenses and/or certifications needed to perform mechanical duties and operate equipment at the location.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High school or equivalent (GED) degree.
• 21+ years of age as required by DOT.
• 2 years driving experience with Class B CDL.
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with the following classes: X-Combination of Tank and Hazardous Material (preferably).

Skills and Knowledge

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, product bulletins, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to identify products by sight.
• Ability to speak effectively with employees and customers.

Work Environment

Outdoor climate and terrain. Exposure to dust, noise, oils, greases, and other debris.

The job frequently requires walking, standing, sitting, using hands to operate controls, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, and talking and hearing.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Austin Powder is an Equal Opportunity and Affiliated Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Austin Powder also participates in E-Verify.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and for inquiries about, discussing or disclosing compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.