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Diesel Mechanic
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What they do
A Diesel Mechanic repairs and rebuilds diesel engines for vehicles like trucks, ships, tractors, and buses.
$59,474 / year median in Colorado
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Diesel Mechanic
Department:
PSC MAINTENANCE
Location:
Commerce City, CO
Function:
Skilled Labor
Discover a career at Depot Connect International (DCI), a global leader in the Tank/ISO Tank Container Services and Tank Trailer Parts industry. We're more than just a service provider; we're a unified team combining the expertise of industry leaders Quala, Boasso Global, and PSC. Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, with over 160 locations worldwide, our team of over 3,500 employees excels in offering a multitude of mission-critical services.
We are looking for an experienced Diesel Mechanic with Heavy Lift Operator Experience to add to our team at our Commerce City, OR facility
Address:
4850 E 74th Ave, Commerce City, CO 80022.
Shift Hours:
Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Pay Range:
$25-$45/hr dependent on experience.
Skill-based pay rate reviews and potential increases every 6 months.
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Essential Functions of the job include (but are not limited to):
Primary Responsibilities of a Diesel Mechanic Candidate include but are not limited to:
Repair and maintain tractors, lifts, diesel and gasoline engines by performing all regular scheduled maintenance and repairs including fluid and filter changes wheel seal inspection and replacement, pinion seal inspection and replacement
Perform brake jobs, starter replacement, turbo inspection and replacement, and diagnostic troubleshooting
Repair and maintain hydraulics. maintains engines/diagnoses trouble, disassembles used to power machinery by using hand tools, precision measuring instruments, and machine tools
Reconditions and replaces parts, such as pistons, bearings, gear, valves, and bushings using engine lathes, boring machines[hand tools, and precision measuring instruments
Weld and cut parts by using arc-welding and flame cutting instruments
Requirements of a
Diesel Mechanic:
Valid CDL License (Required)
Ability to read and comprehend repair manuals
Have a strong diesel mechanical troubleshooting aptitude and able to work independently
Experience working in a trucking terminal environment, using maintenance record keeping
Primary Responsibilities of a Lift Driver Candidate include but are not limited to:
Moving large mobile tanks and/or containers within the facility by operating and driving the large heavy forklift trucks (empty and loaded) and yard mule.
Job duties will also include loading and unloading of other materials and assisting with other miscellaneous items as needed to contribute to the overall team effort of the terminal.
Requirements of a
Lift Driver:
Will need to know how to drive an empty lift, loaded lift and the yard mule.
Have a minimum of one to 2 years of experience in operating heavy equipment, a yard mule.
Experience in an industrial environment.
Ideal candidates will possess:
Basic computer knowledge would be a plus
Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED
2 Years previous diesel experience required.
Physical Demands:
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
With assistance, occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
Must be able to fit through a tank trailer manhole
Must be able to work in confined spaces
DCI Benefits:
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) with generous employer match
Paid time off, including 10 paid holidays
Optional health savings account & flexible spending account
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
Parental leave
Referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Tool purchase program
Effective and proven safety program
Resources to become a national board ASME certified welder