Position: Diesel Mechanic
Status: Full-Time | Non-Exempt
Location: Houston, TX Service Center
Shift: First Shift, 8-Hour Days
Monday-Friday
Department: Apparatus Service
Travel: Up to 75%
Purpose of the Position:
Diagnose and repair fire apparatus and emergency equipment while being an indispensable resource to our customers, creating a lasting competitive advantage for our products and services.
Job Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Diagnose all apparatus service-related problems.
- Determine vehicle conditions by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests, identifying worn and damaged parts.
- Read and interpret diagnostic test results from diagnostic equipment.
- Inspect and verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to factory specifications.
- Inspect, repair, and maintain automotive and mechanical equipment and machinery, such as pumps and compressors.
- Recondition and replace parts, pistons, bearings, gears, breaks, and valves.
- Adjust brakes, align wheels, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment.
- Complete scheduled preventative maintenance on trucks, such as hose testing, pump testing and ladder testing.
- Assist with or complete repairs such as leaks and pump packing.
- Verify vehicle performance by conducting driving tests, adjusting controls and systems.
- Install equipment on new apparatus prior to delivery.
- Keep job knowledge updated by participating in continued training and educational opportunities.
Qualifications/Skills:
- Knowledge of machines and tools including their designs, uses, benefits, repairs, and maintenance.
- Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions, such as outside in the rain, cold, heat, humidity, etc.
- Must be able to work in noisy environments, around engines and apparatus.
- Must be able to bend or stoop, kneel, and climb ladders for long periods of time; must also be able to lift up to 50 lbs., approximately 10% of the day.
- Must be able to travel overnight as needed.
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
- Must have a CDL Class B driver’s license or ability to obtain one
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Obtain and maintain a valid Certified Medical Examiner’s Health Certificate
- Must be able to pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen
Preferred Skills:
- 3+ years diesel mechanic experience
- ASE and EVT certifications
- Electrical, A/C and diagnostic experience
- Experience in fire and safety industry
- Experience with NetSuite or Oracle Platform ERP
- Knowledge of fire Industry, specifically related to parts and repairs
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
Experience:
- Diesel engine repair: 1 year (Required)
- Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Houston, TX 77032: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person