LOCAL Diesel Mechanic Jobs with Dollar General Fleet

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Diagnose and repair truck, trailer components such as doors, floors, side panels, electrical and air brake systems.

Perform preventive maintenance (PMs) on tractor and trailer equipment including routine technical repairs and completing repair orders.

Perform maintenance repairs as required to maximize safety and reliability on all fleet vehicles including tractors, trailers, lift-gates, and any company-owned equipment.

Abide by all Company policies and safety rules and assist in maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

Assist drivers with addressing outstanding vehicle issues.

Maintains repairs for class 8 trucks, trailers and yard tractors.

Safely operates gauges, forklifts, shunt truck, torches, grinders, and various hand and power tools.

Performs DOT inspections and compliancy.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS and ABILITIES

Ability to work unsupervised, make decisions as needed

Effective communicator and team player

Heavy diesel truck and trailer mechanic skills

WORK EXPERIENCE

Experience working with air brake, hydraulic and electrical systems. Prior welding and fabrication experience preferred. Tire repair experience (repair, mounting, dismounting) preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Conducts some repairs in odd positions and/or confined or close spaces

Work is performed under changing climatic conditions of extreme heat and cold

Walking long distances; sitting or standing for long periods of time

Bending, stooping, squatting, or kneeling on a repetitious basis

Fast-paced environment

Exposure to noise and heights