Shop Mechanic

The FSM is encouraged to practice and improve welding skills to pass the AWSD14 Welding Test to be considered for future promotions. Required Skills/Abilities: This job requires stooping, bending, climbing, and the capability of lifting 50 pounds.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Inspect lift trucks and equipment to determine the extent of repairs.
• Performs repairs on gasoline, diesel, and propane engines with minimal instruction.
• Inspects, adjusts, and repairs components as needed.
• Repairs cooling, fuel, electrical, and exhaust systems using diagnostic tools.
• Performs preventative maintenance to improve the condition and performance of the fleet.
• Operates equipment to troubleshoot and test equipment.
• Assists the parts department in shipping and receiving of motor freight.
• Takes service calls and assists when the Service Manager is unavailable.
• Cleans and maintains the garage area as needed.
• Other related duties as required.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• This job requires stooping, bending, climbing, and the capability of lifting 50 pounds.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and other technical material.

 
Education and Experience:

• Some vocational or formal schooling in hydraulics and diesel engine repair.
• Three years of on-the-job experience in diesel mechanics and hydraulics. Schooling in these fields could substitute for some of the job experience.
• It is required to pass the tacker test.  The FSM is encouraged to practice and improve welding skills to pass the AWSD14 Welding Test to be considered for future promotions.