Hybrid Diesel Mechanic Tech III bei Adams Sanitation

Job Purpose

• Maintain, diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul fleet vehicles.

Tasks

• Adjust and reline brakes, align wheels, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment.
• Align front ends and suspension systems.
• Attach test instruments to equipment and read dials and gauges to diagnose malfunctions.
• Diagnose and repair vehicle heating and cooling systems.
• Disassemble and overhaul internal combustion engines, pumps, generators, transmissions, clutches, and differential units.
• Examine and adjust protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices.
• Inspect and verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to factory specifications.
• Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition.
• Inspect, repair, and maintain automotive and mechanical equipment and machinery, such as pumps and compressors.
• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts, or pressure gauges.
• Inspecting, maintaining, and repairing auxiliary systems related to diesel engines, such as air brakes, hydraulic systems, and electrical systems.
• Performing welding and fabrication tasks to repair or modify components or structures, such as engine mounts, brackets, or exhaust systems.
• Install or repair accessories.
• Operate valve-grinding machines to grind and reset valves.
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
• Raise trucks and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
• Rebuild gas or diesel engines.
• Recondition and replace parts, pistons, bearings, gears, and valves.
• Repair or adjust seats, doors, or windows.
• Rewire ignition systems, lights, and instrument panels.
• Specialize in repairing and maintaining parts of the engine, such as fuel injection systems.
• Test drive trucks to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly.
• Adhering to safety protocols and ensuring compliance with environmental and regulatory standards while performing repair and maintenance tasks.
• Maintaining accurate records of repairs, services performed, and parts used. May also order necessary parts and supplies.
• Assisting and providing guidance to junior mechanics or apprentices in developing their skills and knowledge in diesel engine maintenance and repair.
• Equipment and Tool Maintenance: Ensuring that all tools, equipment, and machinery are properly maintained, calibrated, and in good working condition.

Requirements

• To be able to stand for long hours.
• To stoop and bend with ease
• To be able to lift 50 pounds unassisted
• To work in an environment that often smells musty, putrid, or rancid
• To potentially work in an environment that has seasonally high heat or low temperatures due to being outdoors
• To potentially work in an environment that has wet or humid conditions due to be being outdoors
• To be exposed to moving parts and/or fumes. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.

Qualifications

• Clean Driving Record
• Must be able to pass Drug Screen
• 3+ Years of Diesel Experience