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Windstar Lines, Inc.
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.
$56,309 / year median in Iowa
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Are you a skilled Diesel Technician looking for a new opportunity with a great company, top-of-the-line equipment, and excellent perks? Are you a mechanic looking for a new challenge with a great company with a competitive pay package, in a unique and fun industry? Are you wiling to travel to our other locations to help out? Do you like a flexible schedule? Windstar Lines is looking for an experienced Diesel Mechanic to join our team! We specialize in maintaining charter buses and motorcoaches , and we're offering competitive pay based on experience —plus industry-leading benefits and bonuses. We can offer a flexible schedule based on your needs. Help us maintain our fleet which provides service for area college and universities and various tour & charter customers.
Job Summary:
A Diesel Technician will perform repair work and maintenance for the company owned charter buses, automobiles, shop truck, and other motor vehicles in the company's fleet.Duties/Responsibilities:
- Maintains vehicles and equipment, which may include but is not limited to: buses, motorcoaches, cars, fork lift, scissor lift, etc.
- Basic responsibilities include but are not limited to tires, lights, brakes, chassis/suspension, engines (Cummins and Volvo), Allison Transmissions, Exhaust, HVAC, Electrical (AC & DC), passenger safety systems, glass work, shop safety and shop maintenance.
- Performs routine and preventive maintenance including oil changes and tune-ups.
- Performs tests on specific parts and systems to ensure proper function.
- Identifies mechanical problems either visually or with computer diagnostic equipment.
- Examines critical parts and systems using a standard checklist.
- Repairs or replaces malfunctioning parts and systems such as brake pads, belts, water pumps, transmissions, and other mechanical parts.
- Plans and establishes timetable to complete repairs and maintenance.
- Test drives vehicle to confirm safe and proper operation.
- Performs repairs from driver write-ups.
- Assists the parts department.
- Routine facility maintenance as directed.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Extensive knowledge of all aspects of vehicle repair.
- Excellent mechanical repair skills.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to read service and repair manuals.
- Proficient with computer diagnostic equipment and software.
- Strong work ethic and the ability to get a job done quickly and efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Organized and detail minded.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Vocational/technical school program or apprenticeship in mechanical or industrial maintenance.
- Three or more years related experience and/or training, or equivalent education and experience.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to stand, bend, stretch, kneel, squat and crawl to perform repairs and inspections.
- Must be able to lift 75 pounds.
- This position is very active and will require standing for much of the workday.
- Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to focus.
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Work Environment:
- Work in a remodeled, modern environment.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.