Truck Mechanic

Dead River Company; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 45,460; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance with low premiums

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition assistance for employees

Job summary

A leading heating fuel distributor is seeking a truck mechanic in Northampton, Massachusetts. The role requires several years of experience in vehicle maintenance, including preventative care and repair. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, managing safety issues, and maintaining a high operational readiness of the fleet. The company offers competitive pay and substantial benefits like health insurance and 401(k) plans. Opportunities for growth exist throughout multiple locations in New England.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience as a mechanic or equivalent training.
• Ability to conduct preventative maintenance and repairs on company vehicles.
• Strong attention to safety and detail.

Responsibilities

• Review daily truck reports and repair safety issues.
• Perform lubrication and oil changes per maintenance schedules.
• Conduct routine repairs on vehicle systems and components.
• Maintain and repair fuel pumping equipment and piping.
• Track parts usage and report inventory needs.

Skills

Preventative maintenance

Vehicle repairs

Troubleshooting

Inventory management

Organizational skills

Education

Class A Commercial Driver’s License

Brake Adjusting License

State vehicle inspection license

Tools

Fuel pumping equipment

Vehicle maintenance tools

Job description

$22 to $33 an hour - Depending on Experience.

At Dead River Company, we deliver energy and peace of mind to customers throughout Northern New England and a commitment to our core values of integrity, caring and excellence. Thanks to our dedicated employees, we are one of the largest privately held heating fuel distributors. Come be a part of a dynamic team and FIND YOUR FUTURE!

Experience:

Dead River Company is looking for a truck mechanic with several years’ experience, or a combination of experience and training. As a mechanic with Dead River Company, you will conduct preventative maintenance, repair company vehicles and other equipment, and keep the fleet in a high state of operational readiness.

Essential Functions:

• Review daily truck reports and immediately repair any safety issues.
• Perform lubrication, fluid check, and oil changes in accordance with company preventive maintenance schedules and vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations.
• Conduct routine repairs on all vehicle systems and components including changing and rotating tires, brake repair, spring replacement, and troubleshooting and repair of a variety of truck systems maintenance issues.
• Perform all necessary vehicle inspections including state and federal D.O.T.
• Maintain and repair fuel pumping equipment, piping, ticket registers, and emergency shut-off systems.
• Maintain maintenance records on all vehicles and equipment.
• Track all parts used and report inventory needs to supervisor.
• Schedule outside repairs with appropriate vendors.
• Keep garage and maintenance areas neat and organized.

Certification and Testing:

• Class A Commercial Driver’s License with hazardous materials, air brake, and tank endorsements CETP training and certification preferred.
• Brake Adjusting License.
• VK Inspections Certificate.
• State vehicle inspection license.
• Certificate to reseal meters and registers.

Highly Competitive Compensation and Industry Leading Benefits- Paid weekly!

• Health Insurance – Premiums as low as 5$ for full time employees!
• Dental insurance and Vision Insurance
• Company Provided Life insurance, Short-term and Long-Term disability
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid time off and 10 paid holidays
• Tuition assistance for employees and scholarships available for employees’ children
• Discounts on our products and services
• Work uniform and, boot and prescriptions safety glasses allowance
• Paid Training at our very own Dead River Institute
• Opportunities for growth throughout our footprint.
• Opportunities at Several Locations in MA, ME, NH, NY and VT

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

DL Drivers License

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