TRUCK MECHANICS
WANTED EXPERIENCED TRUCK MECHANICS
The Cumberland County Improvement Authority is currently accepting applications for experienced Truck Mechanics. The primary duties of position include performing diagnostic tests on diesel vehicles & heavy equipment to find faults, analyzing diagnostic test results, and repairing or replacing engine, steering, transmission, under carriage, hydraulic systems, braking or lighting system components. Valid NJ Driver’s License with CDL-A is preferred, or candidate must be willing to obtain. Competitive salary and benefits package offered.
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Application deadline is: December 17, 2021
JOB SUMMARY: Truck Mechanics are responsible for the maintenance and repair of diesel-powered vehicles. Their duties include running diagnostic tests on vehicles & heavy equipment to gauge performance and maintaining detailed records of the vehicles they have serviced.
The primary duties of a Truck Mechanic include performing diagnostic tests on diesel vehicles & heavy equipment to find faults, analyzing diagnostic test results, and repairing or replacing engine, steering, transmission, under carriage, hydraulic systems, braking or lighting system components.
Truck Mechanics need to be highly organized and communicate effectively, as they will be expected to maintain detailed records of serviced vehicles and interact with customers on a daily basis.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Running diagnostic tests on vehicles.
• Analyzing diagnostic test results.
• Replacing vehicle engines, steering mechanisms, transmissions, and braking systems.
• Checking vehicle lighting systems.
• Test driving vehicles to gauge performance.
• Performing preventative maintenance on service trucks.
• Maintaining detailed records of serviced vehicles.
• Adhering to an inspection procedure checklist.
• Maintaining a parts inventory.
• Ensuring the cleanliness of the shop
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
• In depth understanding of diesel engines, as well as mechanics and engineering in general.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills to find the source of problems / malfunctions and
rectify the same.
• Ability to work with hand tools, precision, and other equipment.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment in landfill as needed.
• Computer skills, as several diagnostic procedures and precision repairs may be carried out with
the aid of computers.
• Attention to detail.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Good organization skills.
LICENSING AND CERTIFICATIONS:
Valid New Jersey Drivers’ License, required / Class A CDL, preferred
Certification in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering
ASE Diesel Certification, preferred
3-5 Years’ Experience
ENVIRONMENTAL AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This position may require all or some of the following: driving, standing, walking, sitting, talking, hearing, seeing, feeling, grasping, climbing, balancing, crouching, crawling, kneeling, reaching with hands or arms, lifting up to 50-lbs. and exposure to environmental conditions