Tractor Trailer Mechanic
Company: Tradewinds (non-dot)
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: May 9, 2024
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Job Description:
Job Description:To perform this job successfully, an individual
must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge,
skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.Education and/or Experience - High School
Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) along with
three or more years relevant tractor/trailer mechanic experience
required.Language Skills Ability to interpret common repair manuals
and guides. Ability to respond to common inquiries or concerns from
vendors, co-workers, or management. Ability to communicate
information to vendors, management, and co-workers. Ability to
interact clearly and effectively, in both written and oral
communication, with vendors, management, co-workers.Mathematical
Skills Ability to apply general concepts such as fractions, U.S.
Metric System Measurements, ratios, and proportions to practical
situations.Other Qualifications DOT Certified
preferredCOMPETENCIES:Communication The ability to inform orally
and in writing, with clarity and good effect. Understands clearly
and quickly when instructions or orders are received. Knows their
audience and can adjust to each setting to effectively relay the
message.Job Knowledge Job knowledge refers to the amount of
relevant knowledge and skill an employee has. Includes awareness
and possession or mastery of special facts, practices, manual
skills, and techniques and decision-making methods.Problem Solving
Ability to solve difficult problems with effective solutions.Time
Management Managing ones own time and the time of others. Operates
efficiently and minimizes distractions.Safety The employee is
safety conscious about the work environment and equipment. The work
area is free of debris to prevent trip and slip hazards. All
products and equipment are stored in its proper location. All
safety guards and other safety devices are in its proper location,
are functional, and utilized effectively on a consistent
basis.Standard operating procedures, safety work rules, and good
general manufacturing practices are followed on a daily basis.Work
Quality Work quality refers to the effort that consistently
achieves desired outcomes with a minimum of avoidable errors and
problems.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:While performing the duties of this job,
the individual is constantly moving about at the shop to transport
parts, inspect equipment, access tools; equipment, parts, and other
necessary items to complete the job. They must be able to position
themselves to perform inspections and maintenance on equipment and
Tractor Trailers, including underneath and above the object being
repaired, and must be able to reach overhead to retrieve materials
needed. Occasionally this individual will ascend/descend a ladder
to service Tractor Trailers and equipment. They are frequently
using powered and non-powered tools and motorized equipment, such
as forklifts, to complete work. Occasionally, the individual must
be able to remain in a stationary position for 40 percent of the
time. This individual must regularly transport or move up to 100
lbs. They must be able to exchange accurate information with other
employees, management, and vendors throughout the service process;
and must be able to detect mechanical issues from short distances
to determine what action needs to be taken.WORK ENVIRONMENT:While
performing the duties of this job, the individual is regularly
exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles.
They are frequently exposed to vibration. The individual performing
this job is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions,
toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. They are
also exposed to dust, dirt, and grease conditions.The noise level
in the work environment is usually moderate.Due to exposure to
machinery and electrical currents, employees are required to wear
personal protective equipment. During warmer months, the required
personal protective equipment may cause the employee to be very
warm while working. The individual will be exposed to loud
machinery or equipment.Job Requirements:DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES:Repairs or maintains the operating condition of
Tractor Trailers or equipment.Cleans, lubricates, and performs
other routine maintenance work on Tractor, Trailers, and
equipment.Repairs or replaces broken or malfunctioning components
of machinery or equipment using welding equipment, power and
non-powered tools, jacks, or forklifts.Repairs, rewires, and
troubleshoots electrical systems within the machinery or
equipment.Disassembles machinery or equipment to remove parts and
make repairs.Observes and tests the Tractor Trailers or equipment
to diagnose malfunctions, using voltmeters or other testing
devices.Reassembles equipment after completion of inspections,
testing, or repairs.Tests Tractors, Trailers, or equipment to
determine malfunctions and ensure proper functioning after
repair.Research, orders, and maintains parts inventory for services
and repairs.Preforms schedules and unscheduled MaintenancePreform
DOT inspections and follow checklistsPerforms all other duties as
assigned.Must own your own tools, steel toe boots
requiredProficient with air brakes and ABS systemsPreform other
duties as assignedby Jobble
Keywords: Tradewinds (non-dot), Carmel , Tractor Trailer Mechanic, Engineering , Indianapolis, Indiana
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