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Job description

J&L Contracting is seeking an experienced lead diesel mechanic to perform minor and major repairs on the company fleet vehicles. Must have a full understanding of how to properly maintain commercial motor vehicles according to DOT regulations and is crucial to the safe and productive operation of the company fleet.

Duties and responsibilities

• Evaluate mechanical and electrical problems in diesel vehicles using diagnostic equipment
• Assist or perform rebuilds, replacements, or repairs of major vehicle components, assemblies, and systems including, but not limited to, engines, transmissions, suspensions, hydraulics, brake systems, tires, exhausts, etc.
• Road test vehicles to troubleshoot problems and/or test repairs to ensure proper and safe completion
• Check and repair electrical and cooling systems and install heaters and similar accessories
• Help maintenance technicians evaluate minor mechanical problems, and inspect repairs completed
• Read and interpret VCR’s (vehicle condition reports) and/or repairs orders, communicates with supervisor and/or driver for clarification of problems; may discuss preventative techniques with drivers to minimize future repairs
• Estimate time and materials required to perform major repairs
• Analyze engine performance and perform tune-ups as needed
• Perform routine vehicle maintenance and preventive care
• Maintain accurate, updated preventive maintenance records
• Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to company safety procedures, and follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties
• Maintain a clean and safe work area in compliance with company and OSHA Standards, ensuring shop equipment and tools are in safe operating condition
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Education/Experience

• Knowledge of all tools required to perform repairs and maintenance on vehicles
• Ability to independently make decisions, follow schedules, instructions, technical manuals and maintenance guidelines, and other procedures associated with the maintenance of the company fleet
• Ability to recognize unacceptable waste (such as gasoline or other flammable materials)
• Knowledge of DOT, OSHA and other state and federal regulations
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and customers
• Strong work ethic, demonstrating integrity and trust while motivating others
• Ability to prioritize workload and meet time sensitive deadlines
• Ability to be a self-starter capable of working effectively in a team environment or as an individual contributor
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend reports and associated documents
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Flexibility to accept and adapt to change as well as the commitment to seek continuous improvement
• Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operation, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service
• Ability to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry objects (repetitively)
• Knowledge of proper lifting techniques
• Ability to follow all company safety policies and procedures

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications Required:

• High School diploma or GED
• Minimum of 5 years of heavy diesel truck maintenance
• Supervisory experience required
• Valid state issued driver’s license
• Must have own tools appropriate for position, specialty tools supplied by the company
• CDL Preferred but not required

Working Conditions

Working conditions at J&L Contracting, LLC include working in outdoor and shop elements. Some positions may include enduring hot weather, standing for extended periods of time on concrete flooring, dirt and lifting heavy objects to waist height and/or above the head.

Hire may be required to endure the elements. This could include being out in foul weather.

Physical requirements

Lift and carry up to 100 pounds up to 30% of the time. When needed wear PPE, maintain a steady pace which may require lifting objects above and/or below the waist.

Seeing: Must able to see to read and follow instructions

Hearing: Must be able to hear to effectively communicate with clients, vendors, and coworkers

Sitting: Must be able to sit for long periods of time

Standing/Walking: Must be able to move about worksite

Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling: Must be able to stoop or kneel to pick up products or materials

Lifting/Pulling/Pushing: Must be able to lift and carry up to 100 pounds

Condition of employment

Successful candidate may need to submit to random and/or DOT drug testing throughout employment and successfully pass a background check.

Hours/Schedule/Pay: Monday-Friday, 7am-5pm with overtime required. Saturday availability needed during busy season.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Diesel Mechanic: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Valley Park, MO 63088 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.00 - $34.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person