Job Description
Light Duty Mechanic
Department: Fleet
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
JOB SUMMARY: Safely and efficiently diagnose, adjust, repair or overhaul trucks, or maintain and repair and type of diesel engines. The Light Duty Mechanic will work primarily with heavy diesel engines. .
REPORTS TO: Director of Fleet Services
COMPENSATION: $22-$28
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: - Assist with daily vehicle inspections
- Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, lubricating equipment and machinery
- Inspect, test and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts, and pressure gauges ( training provided if needed )
- Perform repairs and replacement of the following systems: Engine, aftertreatment, transmission, clutch, air brake, wheel end assembly, suspension, cooling, coupling, charging, light systems, vacuum and hydraulics
- Fabricate, recondition and replace parts as needed
- Detail parts with industrial steam cleaner machine
- Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment, jacks and hoists
- Test drive trucks to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly
- Raise trucks, heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists
- Provide records of all work performed to Director of Fleet Services
- Follow department and company procedures
- Keep regular attendance and punctuality
- Full time, year round position with overtime
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: - High School Diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) required.
- Valid NYS Driver’s License in good standing required. Commercial Driver’s License a plus
- Minimum 2 years education or related experience
- NYS Inspector License a plus
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: - Desire to be trained in the safe and efficient performance of the work
- Ability to use various computer software programs once trained in proper use
- Ability to work under minimal direction.
- Ability to multitask and adapt to frequent change of priority.
- Must be able to take initiative to solve problems within established guidelines
- Must be flexible in changes to schedule, average of 55 - hour work week
- Must be qualified to operate a company vehicle
- Must have own tools
- Knowledge of the Rochester area a plus
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is subject to extensive physical activity and strenuous work. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or 80-100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to a wide variety of worksite and climate conditions, including constant exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, and smoke.
The noise level in the work environment varies from quiet to loud.
Livingston Associate's is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in equal opportunity for all and are committed to ensuring all individuals have equal opportunity relating to recruitment, employment, career development and advancement, promotion, and retirement and are based solely on merit, without regard to all legally protected classes, including, but not limited to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history) or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Livingston Associate's is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability so that an individual can perform job-related duties. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please contact Lauren Battaglia at
l battaglia@livingstonassociates.com
Job Tags
Full time, Local area, Flexible hours,