Diesel Mechanic (Allentown, PA)

Diesel Mechanic

Job DescriptionTo maintain and repair diesel trucks and associated equipment in a safe time and cost efficient manner in order to maximize vehicle utilization.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Repairs and maintains diesel trash trucks cabs and trailers and bodies of company vehicles and other equipment as necessary to maintain a serviceable fleet of trucks for the division s assigned routes. Performs regular preventative servicing to include oil and filter changes lubrication hoses belts transmission fluids coolant system batteries brake lines brake adjustments hydraulics lights and electrical components and engine components. Inspects and tests equipment at prescribed intervals of time and usage or upon malfunction or breakdown. Diagnoses malfunctions disassembles inspects and replaces worn or broken parts as required. Performs repairs to equipment to meet standards set by DOT for motor vehicle inspections and safety standards. Test-drives repaired equipment on-site. May drive off-site if CDL licensed. May drive a service vehicle for on-road repairs. Uses hoists winches lifts gauges drills grinders and hand tools specialized to the mechanical auto truck trade. Keeps service records accounts for time and parts used. Performs limited welding bodywork and repainting as necessary to maintain equipment. Reviews Vehicle Condition Reports and makes repairs as indicated. Notifies supervisor of unsafe equipment and recommends corrective action. Notifies the Maintenance Manager for all work required which is beyond the mechanics ability or for direction when unsure of proper repair methods. Able to work with a minimum of supervision and complete tasks in a timely manner. JOB QUALIFICATIONS Frequently works in a crouched position or on back lying on floor or mechanic s dolly beneath vehicle. Subjected to dust dirt wet conditions all types of weather grease. Must have own set of basic mechanics hand tools. Requires a regular valid driver s license a CDL and state inspection license is a plus. Willingness to accept night and or weekend emergency service calls. Ability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs.