Mechanic

Job Summary:

The Mechanic is responsible for maintaining and repairing A-Line's machinery, equipment, and vehicles. This includes regular inspections, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting to ensure optimal performance.

Responsibilities:

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on trucks, trailers, and industrial machinery.
• Inspect and maintain vehicles, addressing issues like battery checks, oil changes, brakes, electrical systems, and hydraulic repairs.
• Replace parts, bearings, gears, and repair cooling and heating systems in vehicles.
• Use diagnostic tools to identify and fix problems with engines, transmissions, and machinery.
• Troubleshoot and solve mechanical issues quickly to minimize downtime.
• Ensure trucks and trailers meet U.S. Department of Transportation safety standards through preventive maintenance.
• Follow safety protocols when using tools and equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs, work logs, and maintenance activities.
• Monitor inventory levels and order parts as needed.
• Test drive vehicles to verify proper functionality.
• Assist with building and ground maintenance as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the maintenance team.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills to troubleshoot and repair trucks, trailers, and machinery.
• Ability to use tools and equipment safely, follow safety protocols, and maintain accurate records of work.
• Good problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize tasks efficiently.

Education and Experience:

• A High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license (CDL preferred).
• Certification in diesel mechanics, automotive repair, or a related field preferred.
• Additional certifications in safety, hydraulics, or welding are a plus.
• Proven experience as a mechanic, preferably in industrial machinery, trucks, or heavy equipment.
• Familiarity with diagnostic tools, maintenance procedures, and safety standards.
• Experience with preventative maintenance and troubleshooting mechanical issues.

Physical Demands:

• Must have physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina necessary to complete jobs in a physically demanding position.
• Frequent standing, bending, stooping, and reaching during maintenance tasks.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Must have the manual dexterity needed to operate hand tools, power tools, and other equipment.

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to work some Saturdays and overtime when needed.
• Must be able to work inside and outside and be exposed to all weather elements, including extreme heat, wind, rain, snow, and freezing temperatures.
• Must be able to work in conditions that are exposed to loud noise, heavy vibration, dust, exhaust fumes, and around hazardous and/or non-hazardous materials.
• Must be able to wear required PPE, including but not limited to hearing protection, eye protection, gloves, hard hats, respirators, and other safety equipment as appropriate for the task.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

A-Line provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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