Shop Diesel Mechanic

1 Resource Group is currently seeking a diligent and experienced Shop Diesel Mechanic to join our esteemed client's team. The selected candidate will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of heavy equipment and machinery primarily in the Nashville, TN area. This role is essential to ensuring the reliable performance of equipment such as forklifts, generators, bulldozers, and front-end loaders.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Inspects lift trucks and equipment to determine the extent of repairs.
• Performs needed repairs on gasoline, diesel, and propane engines with minimal instruction.
• Inspects, adjusts, and repairs components as needed.
• Repairs cooling, fuel, electrical, and exhaust systems using diagnostic tools.
• Performs preventative maintenance as needed to improve the condition and performance of the fleet.
• Operates equipment to troubleshoot and test equipment as needed.
• Maintains records of all maintenance performed.
• Assists parts department in shipping and receiving of motor freight.
• Takes service calls and provides assistance when the Service Manager is unavailable.
• Cleans and maintains garage area as needed.
• Other related duties as required.

Requirements

• This job requires stooping, bending, climbing, and the capability of lifting 50 pounds.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and other technical material.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma
• Some vocational or formal schooling in hydraulics and diesel engine repair.
• Three years on the job experience in diesel mechanics and hydraulics. Schooling in these fields could substitute for some of the job experience.
• While it is not a requirement that the FSM pass the AWSD14 Welding Test, the incumbent is required to pass the tacker test. The FSM is encouraged to practice and improve welding skills to pass the AWSD14 Welding Test to be considered for future promotions.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401K, Company Truck and great perks while out in the field.