Garage Mechanic - Kapolei-Kalaeloa

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