Diesel Technicians/Mechanic STUDENTS - Will Work w. ...

Job Info Job Location: NASHVILLE, TN Route Type: Local Type of Assignment: Dedicated Hours Per Shift: 8 Hours Hours Per Week: 40 Hours Shift Start Time: 05:00 am Working Days: Mon-Fri Transmission Type: Automatic Job Requirements Additional Information ON THE JOB TRAINING! IDEAL FOR DIESEL STUDENTS - WE WILL WORK WITH YOUR SCHOOL SCHEDULE! Diesel Technician Mechanic Job Responsibilities: Maintains diesel equipment operation by completing inspections and preventive maintenance requirements; correcting vehicle deficiencies; making adjustments and alignments; keeping records. Diesel Technician Mechanic Job Duties: 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. Diesel Technician Mechanic Skills and Qualifications: Tooling, Supply Management, Mechanical Inspection Tools, Technical Understanding, Attention to Detail, Dependability, Thoroughness, Verbal Communication, Documentation Skills, Inventory Control, Job Knowledge DIESEL MECHANICS - PHYSICAL DEMANDS HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANICS FREQUENTLY: Use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls. Stand for long periods of time. Bend or twist their body. Repeat the same movements. Kneel, stoop, crouch, or crawl. Walk or run for long periods of time. IT IS IMPORTANT FOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANICS TO BE ABLE TO: Make quick, precise adjustments to machine controls. Use one or two hands to grasp, move, or assemble objects. Use fingers to grasp, move, or assemble very small objects. Bend, stretch, twist, or reach out. See details of objects that are less than a few feet away. Hold the arm and hand in one position or hold the hand steady while moving the arm. Move two or more limbs together (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while remaining in place. React quickly using hands, fingers, or feet. Use muscles to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects. Use stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired. See details of objects that are more than a few feet away. See differences between colors, shades, and brightness. Adjust body movements or equipment controls to keep pace with speed changes of moving objects. Hear sounds and recognize the difference between them. Focus on one source of sound and ignore others. Understand the speech of another person. Speak clearly, so listeners can understand. Choose quickly and correctly among various movements when responding to different signals. Push/Pull/Lift 50+ LBS of equipment, tools etc. a minimum of 70% of the time Push/Pull/Lift -50 LBS of equipment, tools, etc. a minimum of 30% of the time IT IS NOT AS IMPORTANT, BUT STILL NECESSARY, FOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANICS TO BE ABLE TO: Coordinate movement of several parts of the body, such as arms and legs, while the body is moving. Make fast, repeated movements of fingers, hands, and wrists. Use muscles for extended periods without getting tired. Determine the distance between objects. Keep or regain the body's balance or stay upright when in an unstable position. See objects in very bright or glaring light. Determine from which direction a sound came. Move arms and legs quickly. Be physically active for long periods without getting tired or out of breath. Use muscles to jump, sprint, or throw objects. While looking forward, see objects or movements that are off to the side.

Created: 2024-11-02