Mechanic - Phoenix

Baker Commodities Inc; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive industry seeks a Diesel Mechanic in Phoenix, Arizona. The role involves diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining diesel engines and commercial vehicles. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience, a high school diploma, and their own tools. A strong knowledge of safety policies and welding is essential. Competitive compensation and opportunities for growth are available.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in enclosed garage maintenance manufacturing.
• Must have own tools.
• Certification for air brake system repairs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily vehicle inspections.
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil.
• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment.
• Perform repairs and replacements of various systems.
• Test drive trucks to diagnose malfunctions.

Skills

Repair and maintenance of commercial vehicle operating systems

Knowledge of safety equipment, policies and procedures

Ability to arc weld and MIG weld

Ability to communicate in English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Maintenance vocational education training preferred

Tools

Maintenance/mechanic tools

Job description

Overview

Description

Safely and efficiently diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul trucks, or maintain and repair any type of diesel engines. (Includes mechanics working primarily with heavy diesel engines). Requires following safe work practices including but not limited to, hazardous materials, lock out tag out, confined space entry, ladder and climbing safety and hot work.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with daily vehicle inspections
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery
• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts, and pressure gauges
• Perform repairs and replacement of the following systems: engine, aftertreatment, transmission, clutch, air brake, wheel end assembly, suspension, cooling, coupling, charging, light systems vacuum and hydraulics.
• Fabricate, recondition and replace parts as needed
• Detail wash parts with industrial steam cleaner machine
• Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment, and jacks and hoists
• Test drive trucks to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly.
• Raise trucks, heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
• Clean work area, machines and equipment using shop air, broom, mop and industrial water hose
• Interact with others in a professional and ethical manner
• Follow department and company procedures
• Keep up regular attendance and punctuality; regular attendance and punctuality are essential for the smooth operation of this company
• Other duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the business. These responsibilities may change from time to time are business needs evolve over time.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of repair and maintenance of commercial vehicle operating systems
• Knowledge of safety equipment, policies and procedures
• Skill to maintain and repair equipment using appropriate tools
• Ability to arc weld and MIG weld
• Certification for air brake system repairs
• Must have own tools
• Ability to use English to communicate verbally and in writing
• High school diploma or equivalent; maintenance vocational education training preferred
• 2 years experience in an enclosed garage maintenance manufacturing
• Local travel; less than 5% overnight travel

Physical Demands/Requirements

Constantly (over 2/3):

• Operates and uses maintenance/mechanic tools including electrical hand tools
• Ascends/descends equipment to perform maintenance on vehicles
• Must be able to position self to maintain equipment or perform duties of repairing and maintaining vehicles.
• Must be able to move around industrial equipment in manufacturing facility and garage workshop
• Must be able to detect and observe equipment in need of repair
• Exposed to chemicals and fumes common in the use of commercial vehicles; must be able to properly protect self and others from exposure

Frequently (1/3-2/3):

• Communicates with staff in the process or repairing equipment
• Move and transport material, equipment and tools up to 70 lbs with and without specialized lifting, moving and rigging equipment
• Moves across wet/slippery and uneven surfaces

Occasionally (under 1/3):

• Exposed to work in outdoor weather conditions
• Remains in a seated position while using multilimb coordination to operate vehicles.

About Baker Commodities, Inc.

Baker Commodities Inc. has been in business for over 80 years. We are a privately owned company with manufacturing facilities strategically located within the United States providing quality products and services worldwide. Much of our success is due to our outstanding employees. Through their careful attention to quality, service, innovation and integrity, we will continue to be one of the world\'s premier rendering companies.

EOE Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.