Lead Shop Mechanic

Position Type:

Full Time, Monday-Friday

7am-5pm with some overtime required. Saturday availability needed during busy season

About the Job:

This job description provides a baseline explanation of the requirements an employee is expected to meet for the duration they are in this position for J&L Contracting, LLC

Job Purpose:

J&L Contracting is seeking an experienced lead diesel mechanic to perform minor and major repairs on the company fleet vehicles. Must have a full understanding of how to properly maintain commercial motor vehicles according to DOT regulations and is crucial to the safe and productive operation of the company fleet.

Responsibilities:

Evaluate mechanical and electrical problems in diesel and gas vehicles using diagnostic equipment
Assist or perform rebuilds, replacements, or repairs of major vehicle components, assemblies, and systems including, but not limited to, engines, transmissions, suspensions, hydraulics, brake systems, tires, exhausts, etc.
Road test vehicles to troubleshoot problems and/or test repairs to ensure proper and safe completion
May perform road calls to make repairs on trucks broken down while driving collection routes, as needed
Check and repair electrical and cooling systems and install heaters and similar accessories
Help maintenance technicians evaluate minor mechanical problems, and inspect repairs completed.
Assist in training and development of maintenance technicians
Perform minor welding
Read and interpret VCR’s (vehicle condition reports) and/or repairs orders, communicates with supervisor and/or driver for clarification of problems; may discuss preventative techniques with drivers to minimize future repairs
Estimate time and materials required to perform major repairs
Analyze engine performance and perform tune-ups as needed
Perform routine vehicle maintenance and preventive care
Maintain accurate, updated preventive maintenance records
Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to company safety procedures, and follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties
Maintain a clean and safe work area in compliance with company and OSHA Standards, ensuring shop equipment and tools are in safe operating conditio
Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately
Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Education/Experience:

Knowledge of all tools required to perform repairs and maintenance on vehicles
Ability to follow schedules, instructions, technical manuals and maintenance guidelines, and other procedures associated with the maintenance of the company fleet
Ability to judge the distance between equipment and an object
Ability to repeatedly adjust the control and placement of equipment to exact position
Ability to recognize unacceptable waste (such as gasoline or other flammable materials)
Knowledge of DOT, OSHA and other state and federal regulations
Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers
Strong work ethic, demonstrating integrity and trust
Ability to prioritize workload and meet time sensitive deadlines
Ability to be a self-starter capable of working effectively in a team environment or as an individual contributor
Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Ability to read, write, and comprehend reports and associated documents
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Flexibility to accept and adapt to change as well as the commitment to seek continuous improvement
Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operation, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service
Ability to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry objects (repetitively)
Ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example: two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting or standing
Ability to make simple and repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists
Knowledge of proper lifting techniques
Ability to follow all company safety policies and procedures

Minimum Qualifications Required:

High School diploma or GED
Minimum of 10 years of heavy diesel truck maintenance and auto experience
Supervisory experience required
Valid state issued driver’s license
Must have own tools appropriate for position, specialty tools supplied by the company
CDL Preferred but not required

Working Conditions:

Physical Requirements:

Lift and carry up to 100 pounds up to 30% of the time
When needed wear PPE
Maintain a steady pace which may require lifting objects above and/or below the waist
Must be able to see to read and follow instructions 80-100% of work time
Must be able to hear to effectively communicate with clients, vendors, and coworkers 80-100% of work time
Must be able to site for long periods of time 10-30% of work time
Must be able to move about worksite 80-100% of work time
Must be able to lift and carry up to 100 pounds 60-80% of work time