What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diesel Mechanic position at LPSE?
JOB DESCRIPTION
LPS Equipment & Acquisition LLC is looking to hire a Mechanic to perform a variety of preventative maintenance tasks on our trucking fleet and trailers. While we prefer someone who has a certificate or technical training in mechanics and truck repair, we are willing to work with any mechanical professional that has knowledge of air brakes, hydraulics, electrical, and ABS brake systems. Welding or fabrication experience is also a plus, as these techniques often come in handy when making repairs on trailers.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Diagnose issues in semi-trucks and tractor-trailers
- Perform preventative maintenance on trucks and trailers
- Test equipment and systems for performance
- Perform repairs to brakes and electrical systems
- Document repairs
- Troubleshooting skills
- Use DOT inspections to check tractors, trailers, and other vehicles for safety and compliance
- Replace parts, valves, bearings and gears as needed
- Perform routine maintenance on trucks, such as checking batteries and changing oil to ensure proper vehicle running
Qualifications and Requirements
· Knowledge of air brakes, hydraulics, electrical, and ABS brake systems preferred
- Experience with various hand tools
- Valid driver's license
- Physical strength and stamina
- Welding or fabrication experience (preferred)
- High school diploma or GED certificate
- Class A CDL preferred
· Must be comfortable with working in awkward positions or cramped spaces
- Three years of experience working as a mechanic required, four years preferred
- Critical thinking, analysis, and evaluation abilities
LPS Equipment & Acquisition Co. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits Offered:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Overtime
- Weekends when needed
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Henry, TN: Relocate or be willing to drive to Henry TN before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- mechanical: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Henry, TN 38231 (Required)
Work Location: In person