• Truck Shop Mechanic

    Pilgrim's (Gainesville, GA)


    Description

    At Pilgrim’s, _Safety Is A Condition_ , which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.

     

    We have implemented safety measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19. We are working to ensure social distancing guidelines are followed within our facility. Each day, temperature screens are performed for each employee and visitor before entering the facility. Face coverings are available to all team members and enhanced cleaning and sanitation is regularly performed.

    Truck Shop Mechanic

    Base Pay Rate: $18.70

     

    Maintains diesel and gasoline powered equipment and trucks, all makes and models, operation by completing inspections and preventive maintenance requirements; correcting vehicle deficiencies; making adjustments and alignments; keeping records

    Responsibilities

    + Determines vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts.

    + Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; controlling corrosion; completing winterization procedures.

    + Corrects vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics; completes machine shop operations; making adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.

    + Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems.

    + Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.

    + Maintains vehicle appearance by cleaning, washing, and painting.

    + Maintains vehicle records by annotating services and repairs.

    + Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.

    + Contains costs by using warranty; evaluating service and parts options.

    + Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.

    + Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications.

    + Enhances maintenance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

    Skills/Qualifications:

    ***** Must have own tools

    *CDL required or willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire

    *Good mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities

    *High school diploma or GED preferred

    EOE/INCLUDING DISABLED/VETS