About the job

PRIMARY DUTIES:

Diagnose maintenance and repair problems on major components and systems such as:

• Engine

• Transmission

• Differential

• Brake system

• Air system

• Electrical system

Perform repair and preventative maintenance work on the following items; both tractor and trailer:

• Brakes

• Suspensions

• Clutch

• Cab

• Air conditioning

• Tires

• Engine

• Air systems

• Axles

• Fifth wheel

• Electrical system

• Wheels

• Transmission

• Differentials

• Fuel system

• Delivery equipment

• Drive train

• Frame

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/FUNCTIONS:

• Perform all tasks in a safe manner
• Work closely with logistics supervisor, fleet manager, transportation manager, drivers and mechanic’s.
• Maintain tools, equipment and the shop in good condition at all times
• Perform running repairs, PM services on tractors, trailers and straight trucks.
• State and Federal inspections on tractors, trailers, and straight trucks
• Diagnose and troubleshoot problems with major components.
• Test drive vehicles to determine problems and to ensure mechanical soundness after repairs have been made
• Oversee repair work done by outside vendors.
• Able to use company issued laptop and or PC. Familiar with MS Office programs.
• Maintain accurate records of PM services and repair work.
• Schedule repair work
• Perform occasional road service
• Maintain and oversee tire inventory
• Order and acquire parts through local vendors
• Correctly code invoices and expenses
• Contain costs by using warranty, evaluating service and parts options.
• Maintain equipment fleet on neighbor island (25% travel)
• Performs other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

·    Works under regular shop conditions

·    Mechanic attire required

·    May be required to work from other terminal locations

EQUIPMENT USE:

·    Skilled in the operation of a variety of tools and equipment used in the repair of trucks and heavy equipment

WORK HOURS

·    Monday-Friday: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

·    May be required to work overtime, weekends and holidays.

·    Rotating on-call shifts

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

·    Frequent reaching, use of eye-hand-foot coordination, depth perception, and wide field of vision for operating miscellaneous shop tools and equipment

·    Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, standing, pushing, pulling, lifting, climbing, balancing, walking and carrying up to 60 pounds.

MENTAL DEMANDS:

·       Demonstrates good independent judgement and organization of work assignments

COMMUNICATION DEMANDS:

·    Interacts positively with all levels of employees, contractors, and vendors.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Experience:

·       Minimum five (5) years’ experience in heavy truck and trailer maintenance and repair

·       Working knowledge of the systems and components listed above

·       Experience in dealing with parts and service vendors

·       Experience maintaining vehicle maintenance records

·       Experience with PM scheduling

Education/Training:

·       HS diploma or equivalency (required)

·       Trade or Technical training

·       State inspection license

·       CDL A w/endorsements (preferred)

·       Must be able to acquire TWIC credentials.

REPORTS TO:

Logistics Supervisor