Diesel Mechanic CH
Full-Time

Job Summary:

The successful incumbent will perform truck and trailer repair and maintenance work in accordance with Merx Truck and Trailer Inc., and industry standards, run diagnostics and work closely with other team members to meet company’s goals.

22600 S Frontage Rd. W Channahon, IL 60410
Phone: 815/600-8689

This  job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Merx  Truck and Trailer, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and EEO/Affirmative Action Employer committed to excellence through diversity.

HIGHLIGHTS

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Pay per Hour
FLSA Status Hourly Non-Exempt
Status Type Regular Full-Time
Shifts (Central time) 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

HIGHLIGHTS

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Pay per Mile
FLSA Status Hourly Non-Exempt
Status Type Regular Full-Time
Shifts (Central time) 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Demands

  • Skills, adeptness, and speed in the use of fingers, hands and/or limbs on repetitive operation of mechanical or electrical repair shop machines and tools
  • Physical ability to lift and carry objects weighing approximately 60 plus pounds
  • Move, load or unload material and parts for trucks and trailers
  • Push and maneuver heavy objects using carts, dollies, or dumpsters weighing up to 250 pounds.
  • Exposure to noise, dust, cleaning solvents, battery acids, and exhaust fumes

Demands

  • Skills, adeptness, and speed in the use of fingers, hands and/or limbs on repetitive operation of mechanical or electrical repair shop machines and tools
  • Physical ability to lift and carry objects weighing approximately 60 plus pounds
  • Move, load or unload material and parts for trucks and trailers
  • Push and maneuver heavy objects using carts, dollies, or dumpsters weighing up to 250 pounds.
  • Exposure to noise, dust, cleaning solvents, battery acids, and exhaust fumes

Benefits

  • Starting $30 per hour (Based on experience)
  • Minimum 2 years experience with Volvo or Freightliner W-2
  • Health Insurance + Dental + Vision
  • 401K
  • 1 week paid vacation after 90 days
  • 6 Holidays paid.
  • Perform minor and major repairs on trucks and trailers
  • Perform inspections and repairs to truck braking systems according to DOT guidelines
  • Conduct regular preventative maintenance on trucks, including inspection, tire rotation and oil changes
  • Perform regular diagnostic tests on trucks
  • Understand and work with truck electrical systems including batteries, charging, and starting systems
  • Replace tires and suspension components
  • Move, operate, lift, store, and use specialized equipment, including personal and company hand and power tools, shop machines and measuring devices to perform inspections, adjustments, repair, or maintenance work
  • Use diagnostic tools and computer software to assist in troubleshooting and repair of heavy duty braking and electric systems used on trailers and dollies
  • Document findings on work orders
  • Maintain safe and clean work environment
  • Follow the directions of Shop Foreman and Manager
  • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
  • Excellent reading and writing skills
  • 2+ years’ experience as a Diesel Mechanic
  • Know-how of OSHA and DOT regulations
  • Highly organized self-starter with the ability to work independently or in a team environment
  • Positive, collaborative, flexible, can-do attitude

INTERESTED?

We’re always looking for talent to join our team. If you have what it takes, send us an application.

DRIVERS STICK WITH US

At MERX, our turnover rate is a fraction of the industry average. This helps us provide our customers with a level of service and experience that’s unmatched in the industry.

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