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Diesel Mechanic

New Orleans Tours

Diesel Mechanic

New Orleans, LA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Now accepting applications for a Fleet Diesel Mechanic to work on a fleet of vans, shuttle busses, and motor coach busses.

    Must be 21

    Posses a valid CDL, Class B with Passenger Endorsement; or obtain after 90 days

    2-3 years experience in fleet maintenance & repair

    Experience working on Cummings, Detroit, and International engines

    Applicants must receive satisfactory results from a background check as conducted in accordance with applicable laws; and must pass a drug screening and meet Department of Transportation (DOT) and Company mental and physical requirements.

    Job Description

    Fleet Mechanic

    Perform routine, scheduled and preventative maintenance inspections and required repairs to company standards

    Diagnose malfunctions and perform vehicle repairs including steering, electrical, cooling, brake systems, drive trains, suspension, transmissions, etc.

    Repair and maintain buses and bus equipment

    Test drive repaired equipment

    Notifies supervisor of potentially dangerous equipment

    Repair/maintain wheelchair lifts to ADA standards

    Maintain a safe, clean, and productive work area

    Motor Coach driving is occasionally required

    Ability to use good judgment and decision-making skills to ensure safety and quality at all times

    Ability to work well with others on the team in a high-pressure environment

    Ability to receive and carry out instructions to perform work

    Any other duties as assigned

    Job Requirements:

    Prior mechanical experience required (minimum 2 years)

    Ability to work independently

    A/C and Brake Certifications are highly preferred; must be able to obtain after 90 days

    Must own and supply appropriate mechanic tools for necessary duties

    Must possess a valid driver’s License

    Willing to obtain CDL, Class B with Passenger Endorsement; or obtain after 90 days

    Must have dependable transportation

    Must work early mornings and evening shifts including weekends

    Solid understanding and adherence to safety and environmental standards

    Must be able to pass a background check, pre-employment drug screen and DOT physical

    Upon hire, the person chosen will need to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States

    Physical/Environmental Requirements:

    Ability to frequently lift, push and/or pull weights in excess of 50 pounds, occasionally lift, push and/or pull weights in excess of 100 pounds from floor to above the shoulder and horizontally

    Ability to push/pull up to 128 lbs for extensive periods of time.

    Ability to perform repetitive tasks; stretch, turn, twist, and reach overhead; bend, crouch, squat, kneel and stoop for extensive periods of time

    Working Conditions

    Environmental working conditions vary and employee may encounter vibration, noise, odors, and extremes in temperature and wind as well as exposure to varied weather, varied surfaces, sharp edges, varied lighting and confined and congested areas and occasional exposure to petroleum-based products such as gasoline, diesel fuel, oil, grease, dust, fumes, and chemicals.

    **It is not our practice to ask for personal information prior to our on-boarding process. We conduct in-person interviews with all of our candidates. Should you ever be asked to give out any of your personal information, please contact our Human Resources Department. **