Diesel Truck Mechanic

RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of the Manager, Fleet Services with respect to all cemetery automotive and truck equipment:

• Diagnose and correct mechanical defects using test instruments.
• Disassemble, repair and reassemble gasoline and diesel engines, hydraulic, differential, transmission and electrical systems, fuel systems, suspension systems, clutches and brakes.
• Repair and align front end components.
• Repair and refinish bodies, including painting, metal fabrication, and welding.
• Identify causative factors arising from improper and faulty operation of equipment and advise the supervisor accordingly.
• Instruct equipment operators in the proper operation, care and maintenance of equipment.
• Participate in fleet equipment analysis and replacement recommendations.
• Maintain time, production, parts and maintenance records as required.
• Discharge related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and the ability to operate a vehicle with a GCWR of 26,000 or greater.
• Ability to work and exercise judgment independently.
• Ability to maintain neat and accurate maintenance records as needed.
• Ability to maintain a neat and orderly shop area and manage time effectively.
• Ability to stand on concrete and potentially uneven surfaces, including frequent squatting, bending, kneeling, reaching and lifting up to 100 lbs. as necessary.
• Ability to work under various weather conditions, including outdoors and indoors with grease, oil and other chemical substances as required.
• Ability to fulfill the established hours of the position.
• Ability to speak and write English and communicate effectively with supervisors and co-workers.
• Knowledge in the proper use of all diagnostic and cemetery equipment.
• Minimum High School Diploma or GED certificate, with specialized school and shop training in mechanical and automotive maintenance and repair.
• Practicing Catholic with a Catholic educational background preferred.
• At least five years of experience as an auto or truck mechanic, with the ability to read mechanical drawings and sketches.
• Knowledge and ability to use the specialized tools necessary to repair and maintain a variety of older and newer vehicles and equipment.
• ASE Certified in various automotive areas

2 week training in Hillside, Illinois, job is located at 4401 West 111th St Chicago, Il