What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diesel Mechanic position at Schillings?
Great news! Schillings is currently looking for a Diesel Mechanic at our Mokena, IL location. The purpose of this position is to diagnose and repair all systems on diesel trucks to include but not limited to engine, front axle, rear axle, suspension, air conditioning, heating, electrical, and air brakes. We offer competitive pay along with a full package of benefits and opportunities for advancement. A typical shift is 6am-4pm, Monday-Friday.
Responsibilities
Schillings provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, military status, unfavorable discharge from military status, sex, marital status, disability, order of protection status, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws. Schillings is a drug-free workplace.
Responsibilities
- Work on private fleet in clean, safe shop facilities
- Provide bumper to bumper preventive maintenance service and/or repair to truck fleet, including diesel trucks/semi's (up to Class 8)
- Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules, installing component and part upgrades, and completing winterization procedures
- Electrical troubleshooting, brake and air conditioning system repair, as needed
- Diagnose and repair vehicles that are not running properly
- Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test drives
- Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance
- Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards
- Handle road service calls, as needed
- Other duties, as assigned
- High school degree or equivalent
- Complete tool set is required for this position
- Minimum 3-5 years' experience
- Class B CDL or willing to obtain one
- Basic knowledge of diesel trucks, air brake engines, and other technical understanding
- Tooling, supply management, mechanical inspection tools
- Ability to problem solve, strong attention to detail
- Communicate effectively within the department, while maintaining a positive attitude
- Keep track of all the vehicles being serviced
- Must be able to lift heavy equipment and parts regularly
- Be punctual and reliable, while working in all weather conditions
- Potential travel to other locations with company vehicle provided
- Competitive pay
- Boot reimbursement
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life insurance & short-term disability
- 401k with profit sharing
- PTO & Paid Holidays
- Sponsored lunch events
- Company discounts
Schillings provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, military status, unfavorable discharge from military status, sex, marital status, disability, order of protection status, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws. Schillings is a drug-free workplace.