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Everus
Shop Mechanic (Diesel & Heavy Equipment)
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What they do
A Diesel Mechanic repairs and rebuilds diesel engines for vehicles like trucks, ships, tractors, and buses.
$56,753 / year median in Missouri
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Responsible for understanding, upholding, and promoting the Everus 4EVER Strategy. Employees | Value | Execution | Relationships Under limited supervision performs work requiring extensive automotive, hydraulic system, and mechanical knowledge in the repair and maintenance of vehicles and construction equipment. 3+ years of experience and/or training in maintenance and repair of trucks and/or heavy equipment, education in diesel technology or related field, or a combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the position's duties. High School Diploma or GED Must have or be able to obtain a class A CDL and DOT medical card. Must have a safe driving record and a valid driver's license according to legal requirements. Experience with power tools, hand tools, diagnostic equipment. Experience with operation of vehicles and equipment for diagnostic purposes Familiar with mechanic design and fabrication. Required to maintain a valid driver's license. Must have safe driving record and a valid Class A commercial driver's license according to legal requirements. Subject to the Company's DOT Substance Abuse Testing Program. Knowledge of safety practices and procedures. Communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Must have own tools and experience with power tools and hand tools. Welding experience Experience with electrical systems Hydraulic experience Considerable knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and techniques used in vehicle and equipment repair and maintenance. Familiar with mechanical design and fabrication. Experience with electrical systems, including computerized induction/ignition systems. Skills including the use of power and hand tools, the use of diagnostic equipment, and experience with the operation of vehicles and equipment for diagnostic purposes. Diagnoses, rebuilds, and repairs vehicles and equipment to include maintaining and repairing utility construction equipment, but not limited to, digger derricks, man-lifts, and truck-mounted cranes, directional drills, bulldozers, trailers, etc. Requisitions of new and/or replacement parts and equipment. Performs inspections and preventive maintenance of vehicles and equipment. Prepares and maintains records and reports. Set up new equipment and vehicles. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and outside agencies. Safely drive various vehicles and/or transport equipment; perform inspections on vehicles before and after trips. Obtains, as necessary, all moving permits, licenses, titles, safety checks, etc. as required by corporate policy, state or federal regulations, or client requirements. This position is required to drive. Must have own tools and experience with power tools and hand tools.