Job Description
We are looking for great diesel mechanics who can handle responsibility for all aspects of maintenance and repair of medium and heavy-duty trucks and trailers, including inspections and diagnostics. Repairs range from essential PM services to in-frame and transmission jobs. Knowledge of diesel, hydraulics, and electrical systems is required-a minimum of 1 year of experience in a related field. In addition, you must supply your tools!
Shift: Shift hours will be 9:00 am -5:30 pm with 2 shifts available Sunday - Thursday and Tuesday - Saturday.
Pay: $20-$30/HR, Weekly Pay *** Higher Rates are Verified Through Experience ***
Job Requirements

• Must own your tools.
• Proficient with Fleet Management Software and Fuel Management Systems
• Computer skills in operating Windows-based programs
• Positive attitude with strong interpersonal skills
• Have a flexible schedule and work all shifts, holidays, and weekends.
• Coordinate and work effectively with multiple departments to continuously improve processes, maximize efficiency, and exceed expectations.

Job Expectations:

• Commitment to AFW's safety policies and procedures and ability to promote awareness.
• 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; and 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 and 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; and calling for repairs.
• Contains costs by using warranty; evaluates service and parts options.
• Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock, placing orders, and verifying receipts.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; and reading technical and regulation publications.
• Enhances maintenance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Ability to conform to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines and effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Must possess excellent time management and organizational skills
• Professional with good communication skills.
• Demonstrate a high level of attention to detail and professionalism.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires the ability to stand, walk, stoop, & bend for 8 hours or more daily
• Requires constant use of arms, hands, fingers, eyes, legs, and back.
• Performing equipment repairs may require the ability to lift, lower, push, and pull all sizes of truck shop parts up to 100 lbs. frequently and handle/manipulate up to 250 bs. Frequently.

Physical Work Environment:

• Fluorescent Lighting
• Concrete Flooring
• The climate is affected by external conditions, including extreme heat.
• Considerable exterior noise
• Extreme temperature fluctuations in the warehouse
• You'll need to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check upon the job offer. American Furniture Warehouse provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

About Us
At AFW we pride ourselves on our ability to offer value and service to our customers. When you join AFW you become part of a professional, customer service oriented company.

AFW is seeking highly motivated, energetic, hardworking candidates to join our team.
AFW offers highly competitive pay and a full benefits package that includes 401k, medical, dental, vision and a host of voluntary programs including life insurance, disability, all at affordable rates.