Mechanic, Tractor Trailer (Finance)

What You'll Do:

• Work Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, earning hourly pay and benefits including health, vision, dental, 401K with matching, up to 15 paid time off (PTO) days in your first year, and six paid holidays. Paid weekly.
• Performs preventative and routine maintenance on tractors and trailers, working alone and in collaboration with other technicians.
• Performs basic diagnostics to identify source of trouble and makes necessary adjustments to equipment for safe and efficient operation.
• Ensures proper and accurate documentation of all maintenance performed; completes reports in writing and electronically.
• Performs safety inspections of equipment and documents the results. Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
• Specialize in repairing and troubleshooting of major components such as engine, transmissions and differentials, to include replacing complete assemblies, turbochargers, fuel system components etc.

What Experience and Education You Need:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.

• 2-4 years' practical experience with tractor trailer maintenance required

• Must have one (1) year experience performing vehicle maintenance or either possess (or be within sixty (60) days of obtaining) a vehicle maintenance certificate from an accredited vocation/trade school or completion of this company's apprentice program with satisfactory performance.

• One or more Medium/Heavy Truck ASE Certifications and Class A CDL preferred

What Could Set You Apart:

• Demonstrate proficiency in the repair and diagnosis of - with some assistance: Engines (gas and diesel), Power train to include differentials, transmissions, clutches, drive shafts, PTO's and wheel ends, Electrical systems including starters and alternators, HVAC systems, steering systems, Electronics to include ECM's, ECU's, sensors etc., Engine bolt on items such as turbos, fan clutches, injectors, cooling system etc., Brake systems including ABS, Suspension systems (spring and air).

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Mathematical and documentation skills necessary.

• Ability to work with hands in mechanically oriented situations.

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

• Must be able to work flexible shifts, if required, including on call.

• Identify and determine parts required for repair of disassembled units

• Perform all levels of preventive maintenance services on truck and trailer equipment

• Identify warrantable repairs and document on repair order

• Maintain work area appearance and safety

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Able to frequently lift components weighing approximately 110 pounds with appropriate equipment and/or assistance from another person

• Ability to safely operate vehicles equipped with manual and automatic transmission.

• Frequently required to stand; walk; push; pull; reach with hands and arms; stoop; kneel; and crouch

• Ability to enter and exit driver's compartment of truck and/or behind cab using normally available foot and handholds

• Must be able to use hand and power tools.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What We Offer:

Our associates know the answer to the question What's in it for me We offer best-in-class benefit programs and continuously work with our associates to ensure that our offerings meet the needs of their health and financial well-being. When you join Americold you join a values-oriented company with a clear mission. We help our customers feed the world.

The Company's good-faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting for this position is between $28.25 and $35.35 hourly. Rate may vary by location.

Americold is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and complies with applicable employment laws.

EOE/AA M/F/D/V DFW.

ABOUT US

Americold is a global provider of temperature-controlled infrastructure. We partner with farmers and food producers to ensure their perishable and frozen product reaches foods suppliers, restaurants, and your local grocery store without spoilage. Our customers, which include some of the most respected brands in the food industry, rely on our expertise and commitment to safety in order to deliver on their commitments.