SHOP HELPER ASSISSTANT

Job Title:

Shop Helper Assistant Work Location:

Joplin MO Job Summary:

Shop helper supports daily shop operations by assisting mechanics with routine servicing, repair tasks and assist with component handling. Helping with worn out parts replacements. Managing tools, shop equipment, hand tools, run parts. Keep shop clean, safe and compliant. Help track and restock oil, shop essentials and hardware. Washing equipment and vehicles. Driving and parking vehicles in yard. Assisting with building maintenance as needed. Key Accountabilities (Essential Functions): Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Tool Management-Cleaning, organizing, and maintaining shop equipment and hand tools. Parts Running-Retrieving parts from local suppliers or the stockroom so mechanics don't have to leave the work area. Workspace Maintenance-Cleaning up spilled oils, sweeping floors, and disposing of waste to keep the shop safe and compliant. Inventory-Helps Parts Manager Track and restocking consumables like motor oil, shop towels, and basic hardware. Routine Servicing-Performing basic tasks like oil changes, tire rotations, trailer repairs and battery testing under the direct supervision of a journeyman mechanic. Component Handling-Assisting with the lifting, holding, or heavy lifting of large parts like transmissions, tires, rims, hubs and engine parts. Vehicle Prep-Washing and pressure-washing equipment or vehicles before repairs begin or before seating a truck. Vehicle Movement-Driving and parking company vehicles in the shop or yard. Disassembly/Reassembly-Helping to dismantle worn-out parts and reassembling components according to exact specifications. Building Maintenance-Assistingbuilding Maintenance Technician as needed. The key accountabilities listed in this description represent the essential tasks of the position, but are not all-inclusive. The scope of tasks performed may vary regularly or occasionally, based on changing business requirements, varying staffing levels, other factors. Additional related tasks and miscellaneous duties may be assigned to this position by supervisory personnel as appropriate or necessary.

Assigned Work Region:

Physical presence in assigned workplace of Joplin MO in shop area.

General Requirements:

Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalent. Trade school is a plus.

Skills:

Basic mechanical aptitude and skills. Ability to communicate effectively, (written and verbal). Mechanically inclined with a willingness to learn. Trainable and dependable. Welding, operate forklift and knowledge of DOT regulations is a plus but will train.

Knowledge:

Has knowledge of trailers and repair of components.

Experience:

Willing to work hands to learn in the field of truck/trailer repair but willing train the right candidate.

Scope of Responsibility:

Follows established procedures and policies, but may use some discretion in identifying, researching, and resolving problems. May prioritize tasks and time, with direction of supervisor. Errors have impact on organizations financial performance.

Internal/External Contacts:

Communication is continuous and often complex, to resolve non-routine problems, provide direction, negotiate complex transactions, or convey highly specialized information.

Unique Conditions:

Quick decisions needed under pressure.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES REQUIRED

Sitting

• Occasionally Standing
• Constantly Walking-Occasionally Lifting
• Occasionally Carrying
• Occasionally Pushing/Pulling
• Occasionally Climbing
• Occasionally Twisting
• Constantly Reaching-Occasionally Handling
• Constantly Rotation
• Constantly Manual Dexterity-Constantly Use of Video Display Terminal
• Occasionally Use of Telephone
• Occasionally Verbal Communication-Constantly Ability to Travel-Some travel may be required

EOE/M/F/D/V

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person