Now Hiring Diesel Mechanic

Garage • Albion, MI

Job Description:

Shafer Companies consist of Shafer Redi-Mix Inc. Shafer Bros., Inc. and Capitol Terminals. The Fleet has Concrete Ready-Mix Trucks, Boom Trucks and Gravel Trains along with Loaders, Telehandlers, Fork Trucks and other various forms of equipment

Job Purpose:

The primary responsibility of this position requires extensive knowledge of heavy equipment and small engine repair. Main focus will be on repair and maintenance of Redi-Mix Concrete trucks. Must be able to work as part of a team and responsible for general maintenance of all fleet vehicles.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performing mechanical repairs of medium and heavy-duty diesel trucks
• Perform all levels of Preventative Maintenance inspections and repairs
• Road test Vehicles when necessary to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure they are properly working
• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment using testing equipment such as laptop computers, motor analyzers, temperature and pressure gauges
• Identify warranty repairs and document properly on the repair order
• Keep work area clean and safe
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school degree or equivalent, (preferably trade school as well)
• Valid Driver’s License with CDL preferred or the ability to obtain one
• Experience servicing and maintaining diesel engines
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair medium to heavy-duty vehicles
• Must have a complete set of hand tools and be proficient in all areas of truck repair
• Must be detail oriented and able to work in a team environment
• Ability to work intelligently with common sense, keep work environments clean and comply with all safety regulations
• Must be available to attend additional training when needed

Benefits:

• Competitive Wages (Starting at $27/hr)
• Health Insurance options for employee and family with premium contribution from employer and/or HSA match from employer (available after 30 days)
• 100% Employer paid Group Term Life Insurance for employee (available after 30 days)
• 100% Employer paid Supplemental Accident, Disability and Critical Illness Insurance for employee (available after 90 days)
• 100% Employer paid Sam’s Club Card (sign up once a year)
• Holiday pay after 90 days of service
• Vacation Pay after 1 year of service
• Simple IRA with Employer Match Contribution, up to 3% of employee’s pay, after 1 year of service

Job Type:

• Full-time

Salary:

• From $27.00 per hour

Additional Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Diesel Mechanic: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver’s License (Required)