Diesel Truck Mechanic
Company: Heniff Transportation Systems
Location: Savannah
Posted on: January 26, 2023
Job Description:
Description:
Heniff Transportation provides best-in-class supply chain solutions
to our valued customers by utilizing our network of supply chain
services and resources. We focus on creating extraordinary growth
and value across the markets, industries, and customers we serve
through outstanding safety, innovation, and service performance. We
accomplish this through one of the largest, fully integrated
networks of terminals, transload and tank wash facilities in North
America and now in Canada. We strive to be the BEST at everything
we do. Location: Savannah, Garden City, GA Position Summary
Responsible for performing preventative maintenance, special
inspections and general repairs on tractor and trailer units in
accordance with DOT, federal and state regulations and Company
standards. Duties and Responsibilities:
- The Diesel Truck Mechanic will diagnose and repair tractors and
trailers.
- Perform annual/systematic 90-day inspection in order to ensure
equipment meets federal FHWA standards.
- The Diesel Truck Mechanic will perform the following on cargo
tanks: internal, external, and upper coupler inspections, heat
system, leakage, vacuum, pressure tests and vapor tightness test
(EPA Method 27).
- Determine the overall mechanical condition of tractors,
trailers and associated equipment, diagnoses component malfunctions
and initiates repair actions.
- The Diesel Truck Mechanic will repair components by replacing
worn or damaged parts with new or reconditioned parts.
- Correct vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting,
overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major
assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as,
brakes, hubs, bearings, seals, electrical, air conditioning, fuel,
steering, hydraulics; control linkages, clutches, and traction
units.
- The Diesel Truck Mechanic will se technical publications or
automated systems in maintaining vehicles to prescribed
manufacturers' maintenance schedules and for researching
parts.
- Properly annotate all maintenance and labor performed in
maintenance management software.
- The Diesel Truck Mechanic will operate a yard hostler truck to
move trailers within the facility yard and the shop as needed.
- Communicate the need to order and receive parts and supplies as
needed.
- Diesel Truck Mechanic will adhere to all established safety
(OSHA) and environmental policies and standards to include
identification, use, and proper procedures for handling or disposal
of hazardous wastes.
- Clean, organize, and maintain the work environment to ensure
equipment longevity and workplace safety.
- The Diesel Truck Mechanic will perform welding repairs as
needed.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
- Diesel Truck Mechanic's report directly to the Shop
Supervisor
Requirements:
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Experienced in the use of inspection and test equipment used
for cargo tank inspections Essential Qualifications:
- Demonstrated knowledge of vehicle and equipment theory,
principles, and repair relating to diesel engines, air, electrical,
mechanical, and hydraulic systems
- Ability to effectively and efficiently inspect tanks and
trailers to align with DOT standards (49CFR HM180.407).
- Knowledge of tractor and trailer maintenance, DOT rules and
regulations, company policies and procedures
- Ability to use vehicle diagnostic software Language Skills:
- Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently Physical
Demands:
- Use arms to reach and stretch; hands and fingers to grasp,
move, or assemble objects of a variety of sizes, and to also
manipulate a variety of objects, tools, devices, and controls.
- Use legs to stand for long period of time, maneuver through
shop environment, and perform a variety of locomotive functions
which may include crawling, kneeling, crouching, sitting, and
carrying or relocating objects weighing up to 75 lbs.
- Perform broad locomotive motions, at times in a rapid fashion,
such as bending, twisting, balancing in stable and unstable
positions, and reaching, with the capacity to use bodily muscles to
sustain these motions for long periods of time without
fatigue.
- Perform fine locomotive motions, at times in a rapid fashion,
that involve the use of fingers for the manipulation of tools.
- Adjust, execute, maintain, and repeat all bodily motions,
postures, and stances in order to accommodate to rapid and gradual
changes within the work environment as necessary.
- Visually identify and focus on objects at close and distant
ranges, and at central and peripheral locations, with the ability
to identify their distances, depths, and colors in environments of
varying lighting.
- While looking forward, see objects or movements that are off to
the side.
- Use auditory senses in order to hear and isolate specific
sounds, understand speech, and recognize their differences in a
variety of environments of varying sound levels.
- Speak clearly and at necessary volumes in a variety of
environments of varying sound levels.
- Ability to operate in a constant state of alertness and safe
manner. Work Environment:
- Shop may be susceptible to climate like outdoor weather.
- Frequent exposure to loud machinery, air tool operation,
hammering and engine noise.
- This position includes 0% travel under normal
circumstances.
- This position works in confined spaces. Benefits and Perks: ---
401(k) Plan --- Company 401(k) Matching Contributions --- Employee
Assistance Program (EAP) --- PerkSpot National Employee Discount
Program In addition, eligible employees receive: --- 120 hours Paid
Time Off (prorated) in the first year & 7 Paid Holidays ---
Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurance --- Short and
Long-Term Disability Insurance --- Voluntary Life & Accident ---
Critical Illness Insurance --- Company Paid Life Insurance At
Heniff, we believe our biggest asset is our people. We are proud to
be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals
from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our
collaborative culture. Heniff treats all candidates and employees
with respect and does not discriminate in our recruiting, hiring,
and promoting processes and general treatment during employment,
including on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color,
religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or
expression, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship
status, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
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Keywords: Heniff Transportation Systems, Savannah , Diesel Truck Mechanic, Engineering , Savannah, Georgia
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