Diesel Mechanic Trainee

Job Description

Job Description

Positions available in the following North Carolina locations :

Greensboro, NC

Burlington, NC

Winston-Salem, NC

Greenville, NC

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Summary / Objective :

The Diesel Mechanic Trainee is an automotive mechanic trainee who works under the supervision of an experienced mechanic. This position will be responsible for completing on-the-job training and completing an approved course of formal training to gain the required knowledge to perform independently as a Diesel Mechanic.

Essential Functions :

• Enroll and attend vocational training; complete theory-based assessments and demonstrate skills through competency-based assessments to the best of your ability.
• Carry out mechanical repairs and servicing to meet or exceed industry standards within required time frames.
• Assist mechanics with routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and service on automotive vehicles (such as trucks, tractor-trailers, pickups, cars, heavy equipment, and mounted equipment such as mixers and hydraulic systems) and stationary equipment (such as air compressors, welding equipment, and miscellaneous equipment).
• Complete all required documentation accurately and on time.
• Always operate vehicles and equipment in a safe manner. Wear all required safety equipment. Follow all safety guidelines and notify the Manager or Safety immediately of any current or potential safety issues.
• Follow all environmental regulations. Dispose of chemicals, trash, etc. in designated areas. Recycle when required. Notify the Manager immediately of any current or potential environmental problems.
• Keep the shop area and all tools, shop vehicles, and equipment neat, clean, and in good repair. Clean work area at the end of every work shift. Always maintain security of all company equipment and tools. Notify the Manager of any problems.
• Drive shop vehicle to various plant sites or other sites of broken equipment if qualified.
• Drive broken and repaired equipment when necessary and if qualified.
• Other duties as assigned.

Non-Essential Functions :

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Work Environment :

Physical Demands :

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Required Skills :

Certifications :

Industry Related Experience or Skills :

Education Required : High School

Preferred Education : Vocational or trade school training

Bilingual in Spanish Preferred : Yes