Shop Mechanic - ME1026

Sanders Brothers Construction Co. Inc.; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Profit Sharing

401K

Bonuses

PTO and Holidays

Job summary

Sanders Brothers Construction is seeking a skilled Shop Mechanic to maintain the company fleet of heavy trucks and general vehicles in Charleston, South Carolina. The role supports construction projects with a focus on safety, reliability, and compliance with DOT guidelines.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of automotive diagnostics and repair experience, knowledge of diesel engines, electrical and A/C systems, and owns their own tools.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of automotive mechanical diagnosis, problem-solving and repair experience with regular and diesel engines.
• Knowledge of engines, transmissions, electrical, A/C, steering, and suspension systems.
• Must have own tools.
• Able to diagnose and repair class 8 trucks, trailers and light trucks (preferred).
• Knowledge of DOT maintenance requirements (preferred).
• Pre-employment drug test/background check will help assure we build teams of people who can best work with others and serve customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair fleet of heavy trucks, trailers, and light vehicles including brakes, hydraulic, exhaust, fuel ignition, electrical, suspension and A/C.
• Adequately explains technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals when required.
• Continuously learns new technical information and techniques in formal training sessions to stay abreast with rapidly changing automotive technology.
• Assist technician mechanics in performing technical activities.
• Keeps company management aware of mechanical repair problems as they occur.
• Maintains an organized neat and safe vehicle repair bay.

Skills

Automotive diagnostics

Diesel engines

Electrical systems

General mechanics

Tool knowledge

Job description

Shop Mechanic - ME1026

Sanders Brother Construction is currently seeking a professional mechanic to assist in the maintenance of Sanders Brothers' vehicle fleet. The Mechanic will be a major contributor to Sanders Brother's 50+ years of success in the construction industry.

The Mechanic will be responsible for maintaining fleet of heavy truck and general-purpose vehicle fleet used to support construction related projects in accordance with Department of Transportation and company safety guidelines.

Responsibilities include:

• Diagnoses and repairs on fleet consisting of regular and diesel-powered vehicles/trucks including heavy trucks - brake and hydraulic, exhaust, primary and/or advanced fuel ignition and electrical, suspension and alignment and air conditioning systems.
• Adequately explains technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals which may include employees on an as-required basis.
• Continuously learns new technical information and techniques in formal training sessions in order to stay abreast with rapidly changing automotive technology.
• Assisting technician mechanics in performing technical activities.
• Keeps company management aware of mechanical repair problems as they occur.
• Maintains an organized neat and safe vehicle repair bay.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• 1-3 years of automotive mechanical diagnosis, problem- solving and repair experience with regular and diesel engines.
• Have a knowledge of engines, transmissions, electrical, a/c, steering, and suspension systems.
• Able to diagnose and repair fleet of class 8 trucks, trailers, and light trucks (preferred).
• Knowledge of DOT maintenance requirement (preferred).
• Must have own tools.
• Dedicated to their work with a good attitude to perform in a fast-paced mechanical shop environment
• Pre-employment drug test/ background check will help assure we build teams of people who can best work with others and serve customer needs.

Preferred Skills

• Vehicle electrical and air conditioning system diagnostic and repair.
• Commercial Driver's License Class A or B
• Experience diagnosing and repairing combination vacuum trucks.
• Valid Driver's License and provide 3-year motor vehicle record which meets the minimum operating standards in accordance with SBCC vehicle operation policy.
• Welding experience

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Profit Sharing, 401K, Bonuses, PTO and Holiday

About Us:

Sanders Brothers Construction is a fully bonded, license and insured general contractor of street & road construction, and asphalt manufacturing. Founded in the early 60's, we continue to pride our company on the principles that laid the initial foundation for success: hard work, customer satisfaction and quality products and service.

Sanders Brothers Construction, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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