About this Mechanic II (Second Shift) role at Highway Transport
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Location: Chattanooga, TN
Second Shift: 3pm-11:30pm
Pay Range: $23.55 - $35.33/hour
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Preventative Maintenance
- Assist other technicians with tractor and trailer repairs
- DOT inspections
- Brake inspections and repairs
- Service Air systems and brakes
- Mid-senior level diagnostics and repairs related to any system of the assigned equipment; for example: suspension, drive train, HVAC, electrical, damage repair, valve repair, etc.
- Lift and install heavy components of CMVs such as starters, clutches, brake drums, etc. (pending equipment assignment)
- Ensure that all parts and labor are accurately charged to the proper repair order
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment that complies with OSHA standards
- Welding and light fabricating
- Ensure equipment has required licensing and registration prior to being deemed as “roadworthy”
- Practices safe work habits as outlined by the company and local authorities
- To own the proper personal tools to complete all maintenance and repairs not supplied by the company.
Education/Experience/Licenses/Certifications:
- 1+ years of mechanical experience
- Required to possess necessary tooling to perform assigned duties:
- Sockets/wrenches 1.25” and lower
- Air tools 1/2” drive and lower
- Volt meter/test light
- Acceptable tool chest to store personal tools
Skills Required:
- Ability to read, write, and speak English is required.
- Ability to learn troubleshooting procedures and failure analysis of all components
- Basic troubleshooting and repair skills such as electrical, suspension, tank repairs (trailer mechanic) or HVAC (tractor mechanic)
- Ability to work any schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
- Ability to utilize personal and laptop computers
- Ability to communicate sufficiently with teammates and leadership, respond to official questions, and be able to make legible entries on reports and records
- Effective time management
- Maintain sense of urgency; always demonstrating safe operating procedures
- Professional and courteous interpersonal skills
- Experience moving trailers in and out of shop
Physical Demands/Working Conditions:
- Ability to frequently lift, push and/or pull weights more than 50 pounds, occasionally lift, push, and/or pull weights more than 100 pounds.
Highway Transport is a tanker trucking company that has been family-owned since 1948. When you join us, you become part of a family-orientated culture that values your contributions and supports your career ambitions.
We believe in taking care of our employees and ensuring their well-being. That's why we offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you in every aspect of your life, including;
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
HSA Contribution Match
Wellness Program
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Disability, Accident and Life Insurance
Discount Programs
Paid Maternity Leave
Highway Transport does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
