Job Details
Date: August 2016 Department: Terminal &Transportation Revised: October 25, 2023
Job Title: Garage Mechanic Status: Non-Exempt
PRIMARY DUTIES:
Diagnose maintenance and repair problems on major components and systems such as:
Perform repair and preventative maintenance work on the following items; both tractor and trailer:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/FUNCTIONS:- Perform all tasks in a safe and efficient manner.
- Work closely with logistics supervisor, fleet manager, transportation manager, drivers and mechanics.
- Maintain tools, equipment and the shop in good condition at all times.
- Perform running repairs, PM services on tractors, trailers and straight trucks.
- State and Federal inspections on tractors, trailers, and straight trucks.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot problems with major components.
- Test drive vehicles to determine problems and to ensure mechanical soundness after repairs have been made
- Oversee repair work done by outside vendors.
- Able to use company issued laptop and or PC. Familiar with MS Office, troubleshooting, and SAP software.
- Maintain accurate records of PM services and repair work.
- Schedule repair work and state inspections.
- Perform occasional road service.
- Maintain and oversee parts and tire inventory.
- Order and acquire parts through vendors.
- Correctly code invoices and expenses
- Contain costs by using warranty, evaluating service and parts options.
- Maintain equipment fleet on neighbor island (25% travel)
- Performs other duties as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Works under regular shop and outdoor conditions
Mechanic attire required including PPE.
May be required to work from other terminal locations
EQUIPMENT USE: Skilled in the operation of a variety of tools and equipment used in the repair of trucks and heavy equipment
WORK HOURS Monday-Friday: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
May be required to work overtime, weekends and holidays.
Rotating on-call shifts
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Frequent reaching, use of eye-hand-foot coordination, depth perception, and wide field of vision for operating miscellaneous shop tools and equipment
Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, standing, pushing, pulling, lifting, climbing, balancing, walking and carrying up to 60 pounds.
MENTAL DEMANDS: Demonstrates good independent judgement and organization of work assignments
COMMUNICATION DEMANDS: Interacts positively with all levels of employees, contractors, and vendors.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:Experience:
Minimum five (5) years' experience in heavy truck and trailer maintenance and repair
Working knowledge of the systems and components listed above
Experience in dealing with parts and service vendors
Experience maintaining vehicle maintenance records
Experience with PM scheduling
Education/Training:
HS diploma or equivalency (required)
Trade or Technical training
State inspection license
CDL A w/endorsements (preferred)
Must be able to acquire TWIC and government credentials.
Date: August 2016 Department: Terminal &Transportation Revised: October 25, 2023
Job Title: Garage Mechanic Status: Non-Exempt
PRIMARY DUTIES:Diagnose maintenance and repair problems on major components and systems such as:
Perform repair and preventative maintenance work on the following items; both tractor and trailer:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/FUNCTIONS:- Perform all tasks in a safe and efficient manner.
- Work closely with logistics supervisor, fleet manager, transportation manager, drivers and mechanics.
- Maintain tools, equipment and the shop in good condition at all times.
- Perform running repairs, PM services on tractors, trailers and straight trucks.
- State and Federal inspections on tractors, trailers, and straight trucks.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot problems with major components.
- Test drive vehicles to determine problems and to ensure mechanical soundness after repairs have been made
- Oversee repair work done by outside vendors.
- Able to use company issued laptop and or PC. Familiar with MS Office, troubleshooting, and SAP software.
- Maintain accurate records of PM services and repair work.
- Schedule repair work and state inspections.
- Perform occasional road service.
- Maintain and oversee parts and tire inventory.
- Order and acquire parts through vendors.
- Correctly code invoices and expenses
- Contain costs by using warranty, evaluating service and parts options.
- Maintain equipment fleet on neighbor island (25% travel)
- Performs other duties as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Works under regular shop and outdoor conditions
Mechanic attire required including PPE.
May be required to work from other terminal locations
EQUIPMENT USE: Skilled in the operation of a variety of tools and equipment used in the repair of trucks and heavy equipment
WORK HOURS Monday-Friday: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
May be required to work overtime, weekends and holidays.
Rotating on-call shifts
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Frequent reaching, use of eye-hand-foot coordination, depth perception, and wide field of vision for operating miscellaneous shop tools and equipment
Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, standing, pushing, pulling, lifting, climbing, balancing, walking and carrying up to 60 pounds.
MENTAL DEMANDS: Demonstrates good independent judgement and organization of work assignments
COMMUNICATION DEMANDS: Interacts positively with all levels of employees, contractors, and vendors.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:Experience:
Minimum five (5) years' experience in heavy truck and trailer maintenance and repair
Working knowledge of the systems and components listed above
Experience in dealing with parts and service vendors
Experience maintaining vehicle maintenance records
Experience with PM scheduling
Education/Training:
HS diploma or equivalency (required)
Trade or Technical training
State inspection license
CDL A w/endorsements (preferred)
Must be able to acquire TWIC and government credentials.