What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diesel Mechanic position at Gold Star?
The Diesel Mechanic position collaborates with other repair team members to ensure a vehicle is safely and efficiently operating to the driver’s needs and DOT compliances.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Preparing work plans after fully scoping out the vehicle issue
- Running diagnostic tests on diesel engines and interpreting the results to offer suitable solutions
- Inspecting vehicle systems, including suspensions, steering and exhausts
- Repairing or replacing vehicle transmissions, brakes, engines and other associated parts
- Conducting field visits in the case of an emergency or sudden breakdown
- Test driving repaired vehicles to gauge their performance
- Completing oil changes, wheel balancing, alignment, and brake check
- Maintaining records of parts inventory and serviced vehicles
- Drive a culture of safety, accountability, opportunistic curiosity and contributes to creating an environment where people want to work
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Certification and training in diesel engine repair from a vocational school or a community college. Training modules include drive trains, preventive maintenance, inspection, engine architecture and electronic systems
- Advanced knowledge of a vehicle, its electrical system and the mechanisms of a diesel engine
- In-depth knowledge of diesel engine components and operational mechanisims
- Superior knowledge of maintenance tools and repair equipment
- Comfortable using mechanical and electrical power tools
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Keen attention to detail
- Basic knowledge of computer systems and other relevant electronics
- Proficiency in the use of diesel engine diagnostic software
- A valid driver's license
- Good interpersonal skills
- Effective collaboration and communication skills
- CDL class A or B preferred, although not required
- Welding skills are a plus
Physical Demands:
- Must have the ability to climb ladders, lift up to 75 lbs, bend, kneel, stand for long periods, work in confined spaces, work at heights, and in outside weather conditions
- Exhibit good work habits, including excellent attendance and individual productivity
Shift and Compensation
- Second shift \ salary range $30-35 per hour
Salary : $30 - $35
