Diesel Mechanic

Description:Diesel Technician / Mechanic Diesel Technician / Mechanic Job Purpose:Maintains diesel equipment operation by completing inspections and preventive maintenance requirements; correcting vehicle deficiencies; making adjustments and alignments; keeping records. Diesel Technician / Mechanic Job Duties: Determines vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts.Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; controlling corrosion; completing winterization procedures.Corrects vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics; completes machine shop operations; making adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems.Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.Maintains vehicle appearance by cleaning, washing, and painting.Maintains vehicle records by annotating services and repairs.Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.Contains costs by using warranty; evaluating service and parts options.Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications.Enhances maintenance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. Skills/Qualifications:Tooling, Supply Management, Mechanical Inspection Tools, Technical Understanding, Attention to Detail, Dependability, Thoroughness, Verbal Communication, Documentation Skills, Inventory Control, Job Knowledge Excellent Benefits 401K with employer matchSign on BonusEmployer Paid Health Insurance for Employee Only CoverageDental and Vision InsuranceEmployer provides $25k Life Insurance EOE Drug Free Work Place Veteran Friendly Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee assistance programHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offReferral programVision insurance Schedule: Monday to Friday (1st Shift Openings)Saturday (As needed) Supplemental pay types: Bonus paySigning Tenure Bonus Ability to commute/relocate: Martinsville, VA 24112: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Experience: Diesel engine repair: 1 year (Preferred)Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Preferred)Class A or B CDL (Preferred)State Inspection License (optional) Work Location: Martinsville, VA