Diesel and Truck Mechanic

Syracuse Haulers Waste Removal, Inc. is hiring Diesel and Truck MechanicsJob Title: Diesel and Truck MechanicReports to: Maintenance ManagerClassification: Non-Exempt/ExemptHours include rotation once a month on Saturday for half dayJob Summary:Maintains diesel equipment by following a checklist of inspection procedures. Test drive vehicles to gage performance and analyze malfunctions. Test drive after repairs to ensure proper operating standards. Work closely with other team members to meet company goals. Raise trucks, heavy parts, and/or equipment by using hydraulic jacks and/or hoists. do routine maintenance, such as, chaining oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and parts.Inspect and maintain, brake systems, steering mechanisms, transmissions, engines, and other parts of vehicles. Adjust and align wheels, tighten bolts and screws, and attach system components. Repair or replace malfunctioning components, parts, and other mechanical or electrical equipment. test drive vehicles to ensure they run smoothly.Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine safety, and combustion control standards.Physical Requirements:- 8 to 10 hours shifts.- Walking 2-3 hours or more per day.- Lifting up to 40 pounds alone.- Lifting up to 100 pounds with assistance.- The following are determined based on the repair(s) being made to the truck. - Climbing up and down on trucks - Squatting 20-30 times per day - Bending - Kneeling Essential Functions:Determines vehicle condition by conducting inspections and performing diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts.Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems.Maintains vehicle records by annotating services and repairs.Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications.Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventative maintenance schedules; disassembling and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems such as, power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emissions, brake, steering, hydraulics; completes machine shop operations; makes adjustments and alignments, including, but not limited to; bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies; performing preventative maintenance; and making necessary repairs.Enhances maintenance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. Skills and Qualifications2 to 5 years experience.Hydraulics knowledge a plus.Electrical skills.Must have own tools.Class B (or A) CDL license preferred.Clean MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) with no more than 2 points.No Felony Convictions.Pass Pre-Employment Drug Screening.Pass Medical Physical.Basic understanding of OSHA Lock Out Tag Out program and all OSHA Fire Protection regulations.Syracuse Haulers waste removal Inc. website: syracusehauler.com/careers/Apply: syracusehaulers.com/careers/Mail a copy of your resume or apply in person at: Syracuse Haulers, 6223 Thompson Road, Syracuse NY 13206