Diesel Maintenance Mechanic

Location
Lafayette
Workplace
On-site

About this role

Job DetailsJob Location: Oscar Winski Company Corporate Headquarters - Lafayette, IN 47904Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: Day ShiftJob Category: Installation - Maint - RepairPrincipal Objective of Position:

The Mechanic position conducts machine setup, troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance services.

Essential Functions

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

Maintain preventative maintenance schedules on all Company vehicles
Evaluate equipment and determine whether to repair in-house or send it to an outside vendor for repair
Perform mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic system maintenance/repair on diesel and conventional engine and vehicular systems
Troubleshoot and determine necessary repairs
Assess repairs needed and determine who will perform the repairs
Disassemble, inspect, repair and/or replace components
Reassemble systems to specified tolerances
Perform scheduled A, B, & D preventative maintenance schedules
Inspect vehicles for safety
Perform “demand” type maintenance as needed
Perform inspection, diagnosis, and repair of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, suspensions, drive-train components, electrical, air conditioning, air brakes, computer diagnostics and basic welding

Other Responsibilities

Ensure all road vehicles meet DOT specifications
Monitor fleet equipment to ensure they are updated regarding license plates, registrations, and DOT inspections
Purchase supplies and parts for equipment repairs and shop use
Other duties as assigned

QualificationsKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

Must be flexible and willing to adapt
Must display the ability to problem solve
Can work independently and in a team environment
Self-motivated and takes responsibility for own work; can manage interruptions
Excellent oral and written communication skills required

Preferred Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent, preferred

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibrations. The noise level in the work environment can be loud.

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