JOB TITLE: Semi Trailer Mechanic DEPARTMENT: Express Service

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt REPORTS TO: Express Manager

CREATED/REVISED: 3-1-2023

Seneca Tank's Service Department has immediate full-time openings for express service mechanics working out of our dealership in Des Moines. If you have diesel mechanic experience and are seeking a rewarding career in a dynamic, well-established company, then join us at Seneca Tank

We offer:

• Competitive pay
• Daytime Schedules: Monday and Friday, 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
• Excellent benefits, including health/life/dental/disability insurance, paid vacation, 401(k), and free uniforms.

Summary:

Reporting to the Tractor Modifications/Refurb Manager, the incumbent performs DOT inspections, can work with semi-ABS systems and can perform suspension work on semi-trailers. The job holder performs regular routine checkups/preventive maintenance of the trailers, conducts tune-ups of trailer systems to ensure good working conditions, and can also inspect, diagnose and repair mechanical electrical, and other defects.

Supervisory Responsibility:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Essential Job Functions:

• Perform all duties in accordance with OSHA policies and procedures. Immediately report any incidents or violations.
• Diagnose and repair problems related to hydraulic components, steering systems, engines, transmissions, drive trains and braking systems of equipment.
• Repair trucks, trailers, and related equipment promptly and efficiently.
• Weld and/or fabricate necessary parts for the repair of equipment.
• Conduct routine maintenance and service on equipment.
• Electrical troubleshooting and repair
• Ability to work outdoors.
• Provide own tools
• Champion the Seneca Tank Core Values
  • Serve the customer above all else
  • Do what you say you will do
  • Understand the value of reputation
  • Whatever you do, do it well
  • Put in more than you take out

Competencies:

• Diagnose and repair problems related to hydraulic components, steering systems, engines, transmissions, drive trains and braking systems of equipment.
• Repair trucks, trailers, and related equipment promptly and efficiently.
• Weld and/or fabricate necessary parts for the repair of equipment.
• Exceptional understanding of mechanical and technical information.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Evaluate equipment for needed repairs.
• A valid driver's license.
• Knowledge and experience in semi-trailer air brake systems,

Equipment

Hand, power, and stationary tools:

• metal-cutting band saws
• welding/cutting torches
• pneumatic ratchets
• screwdrivers
• metal brakes
• electric drills
• wrenches
  

Safety:

Follow policies found in Seneca Tank's Safety Manual.

Special Conditions of Employment:

The job holder is required to provide their own work tools.

Upon receiving a conditional employment offer, job candidates must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.

Qualifications:

• Proficiency in the use of all tools of the trade (including welding equipment, diagnostic equipment, hand and power tools) required.
• Experience in Tractor and Trailer PMs and repairs.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Must have own tools.

Disclaimer:

This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the job holder. Management reserves the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Employment at Seneca Tank is "at will" or voluntary on both the part of the Company and the job holder. Employment is not for a set period of time and may be discontinued by either party for any lawful reason, with or without notice. This job description is not an employment contract.