Part TimeTrailer Mechanic - Up to $25.80/hr.

Job description

DESCRIPTION/JOB SUMMARY

4 Day Work Week Available - 2nd & 3rd Shift Available

Up to $25.80/hr. with CDL & ASE incentives *Training Provided*

Dohrn Transfer is a leading Midwest LTL Carrier providing less-than-truckload, truckload, and value-added services throughout our 10-state service area. Join our team and become a part of our new growth and bright future! We offer competitive salary and a great benefit package in an exciting, rewarding industry.

Dohrn is currently seeking a Part Time Trailer Mechanic at our Des Moines, IA (Ankeny, IA)terminal.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

* Operate and inspect mechanical equipment to diagnose defects
* Preventive maintenance of equipment
* Dismantle and reassemble equipment
* Plan work procedure using charges and experience
* Repair, replace and adjust necessary units and parts
* Enter labor lines and parts into repair order computer system
* May travel to other company shop locations when staff is needed
* React to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

* A minimum age of 18
* High School completion or equivalent
* Command of English language to communicate effectively with internal and external customers
* Must pass a NON-Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination and functional screen NOTE: CDL-qualified mechanics will be subject to a DOT physical examination
* Must consent to a pre-employment drug screen; Dohrn Transfer must receive a negative result
* Experience is preferred
* Federal inspection certifications are preferred
* Knowledge of methods, materials, tools and techniques used in the repair and maintenance of a variety of automotive and mechanical equipment is required
* Must have previous experience maintaining detailed and routine record keeping
* Manual dexterity required
* Must possess knowledge of occupational hazards & standard safety precautions
* Must possess excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to communicate to both internal and external customers
* Ability to work in a team as well as individually
* Excellent attendance

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

* Overtime may be necessary during peak periods; Must be able to work a varied schedule or travel based on need
* Heavy work: exerting up to 50 pounds of force frequently to lift, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, and 100+ lbs. on an occasional basis
* Subject to both internal and external environmental conditions: work occurs inside and outside; Outside work may be in extreme weather conditions
* Subject to: standing, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and reaching for sustained periods of time
* Subject to noise: there is sufficient noise to require shouting in order to be heard above the ambient noise level
* Subject to hazards: includes a variety of physical working conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, and exposure to chemicals
* Subject to atmospheric conditions: one or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: fumes, odors, dusts, mists and gases
* Required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: operate machines and motor vehicles
* The worker is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as: visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication of parts at distances close to the eye