Preventative Maintenance & Repairs
- Perform oil changes, grease jobs, and full PM inspections.
- Accurately complete and submit PM inspection forms.
- Follow and maintain the company PM service schedule.
- Diagnose and repair components on semi-trucks and trailers.
- Identify and track pending repairs to ensure completion before scheduled service dates.
Daily Operations & Workflow
- Arrive early to review the day's workload and prepare for repair duties and task assignments.
- Discuss jobs and duties
- Review safety concerns and complete a Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
- Review and discuss daily goals and expectations
- Perform routine maintenance on diesel engines, including oil changes, filter replacements, and lubrication services.
- Diagnoses, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and mechanical issues on trucks and trailers, including brakes, transmissions, and suspension systems.
- Conduct through PM inspections of equipment to identify potential problems and perform preventative maintenance measures.
- Utilize diagnostic tools and equipment to identify and resolve complex issues efficiently.
- Ensure all scheduled services, including PMs and pending repairs, are completed on the designated service date.
Communication & Coordination:
- Collaborate with the Shop Manager to prioritize the daily service and repair schedule.
- Communicate effectively with drivers, dispatch, and the Shop Manager regarding delays, issues, or rescheduling needs.
- Proactively notify supervisors of any incidents, injuries, or employee concerns.
- Maintain clear, professional communication with drivers (verbal and email) regarding truck issues and status updates.
- Coordinate with on-call technician before initiating call-outs.
Team Support & Quality Control:
- Double-check all repairs and verify that jobs are performed to standard.
- Support supervisors with accurate paperwork, including repair stories and parts documentation.
- Familiarize yourself with federal, state, and local laws, and the company policies and procedures manuals.
- Help maintain and organize personal training books and learning.
Safety, Cleanliness & Inventory:
- Ensure to follow D&A McRae’s safety protocols and wear all appropriate PPE.
- Monitor shop tools and equipment to ensure they are in good working condition and used properly.
- Report to supervisors if any tools or equipment is not in good working condition.
- Assist with ensuring the shop and storage areas are cleaned and maintained daily.
- Work with parts personnel to keep high-usage parts stocked and accessible.
- Use downtime for shop cleaning, improvements, training, and project work.
Shop Performance & Improvement:
- Partner with the Shop Manager to improve inspection scores and shop efficiency.
- Foster a positive team environment with a focus on safety, accountability, and productivityQualifications:
- Previous hands-on experience as a diesel technician or in a similar role, preferably within a heavy equipment repair environment.
- Strong mechanical knowledge of diesel components, electrical systems, and knowledge of tractor and trailer repairs.
- Comfortable using mechanical and electrical power tools.
- Valid driver’s license and/or CDL (CDL preferred).
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work well under pressure.
- Detail oriented with excellent organizational and time management abilities.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with team members.
- Commitment to safety and quality workmanship.
- Physical Requirements:
- Ability to list and carry up to 50 lbs. regularly.
- Frequently standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and climbing.
- Manual dexterity to operate tools and equipment.
- Visual acuity to inspect parts and read computer programs and technical manuals.
- Tolerance for exposure to noise, fumes, dust, and varying temperatures.
Work Environment:
- Primarily in a shop setting with exposure to mechanical equipment, fluids, and moving vehicles.
- May occasionally work outdoors or in confined spaces.
- Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) required.
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