Service truck technician

285 Industrial Way near Main St., Woodland CA

Description

American Truck & Trailer Body Co. is currently accepting applications for an entry-level mechanic assistant. Under service manager supervision, this position maintains, repairs and overhauls heavy and light trucks, construction equipment, automobiles, other vehicles, operates a variety of hand, power, and shop tools; performs related work as assigned. Training available to prospective candidates Typical Duties Include: • Will work under service manager as an assistant mechanic. Diagnoses and performs major repairs, involving inspection and replacement of broken or worn parts such as bearings, fittings, pins, gaskets, etc.; • Diagnoses, repairs, cleans, adjusts, and installs electrical, involving repair and replacement of such parts as generators, voltage regulators, wiring, switches, batteries, etc. • Repairs vehicle body and chassis parts, using hand and power tools, electric arc, and oxy-acetylene welding equipment. • Reads and interprets manuals, drawings, and specifications; • Modifies and fabricates new parts for truck bodies and similar equipment; • Installs and repairs power take-off equipment such as small electric cranes, hoists, and small hydraulic lift equipment. • Ensures proper safety precautions are observed; • May perform general preventative maintenance such as tire replacement and repair, balancing, replacing hoses, may clean vehicles as well. Required Qualifications: Education Equivalent to graduation from high school. AND Other Requirements Must possess a valid driving license a satisfactory driving record. Must possess sufficient strength and stamina to lift and remove or install parts weighing up to 80 pounds; requires availability to work evening and weekend shifts; on rare occasions. Knowledge and Abilities a Plus: Operation and maintenance of a wide variety of hand, power, and shop tools and equipment common to the field; safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work.