Diesel and Equipment Mechanic
Reports to: Fleet Manager
Location: Norwalk, CA
Schedule: Wednesday-Saturday 8:00am to 6:00pm
Salary: $35+ p/hr depending on experience

Pacific States Petroleum is looking for a diesel mechanic to help maintain our fleet of trucks. This includes but is not limited to completing inspections and preventive maintenance requirements, correcting vehicle deficiencies; making adjustments and alignments; maintaining appropriate maintenance documentation.

Requirements of the Job

• Display a professional and cooperative attitude during interactions with other departments and maintenance team members.
• Respond to breakdowns and emergency repairs at locations other than the home yard.
• Periodically, travel to other yards to conduct repairs and routine maintenance.
• Diagnose complex issues and perform repairs on vehicles and equipment, including but not limited to intricate electrical system troubleshooting, removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, rebuilding, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems.
• Ability to maintain and repair items related to tank repair including but not limited to plumping, meters, power take-offs, pumps, valves, and poppets.
• Perform Federal DOT and State BIT inspections, complete manufacturer preventive maintenance schedules, install component and part upgrades, control corrosion, complete seasonal preparation procedures, and schedule repairs with an outside vendor if needed.
• When possible, contain costs by using warranty claims, evaluating service and parts options.
• Adhere to Federal DOT and State BIT regulations, and manufacturer guides.
• Ensure the proper disposal of shop waste, yard waste, and HAZ MAT.
• Adhere to OSHA and company safety protocols.
• Ensure the shop is clean, organized, and in good repair.
• Utilize company licensed software to maintain comprehensive records of work performed, parts used, and time spent on each task.
• Utilize welding and fabrication skills to repair/modify components when necessary.
• Work closely and communicate with other departments to schedule asset repairs and inform necessary parties on the status of asset repairs.
• Assist with driver/operator training when necessary.
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors to procure the parts, supplies and special equipment needed to maintain our assets.
• Stay up to date with industry advancements, tools, and technologies.
• Participate in educational opportunities, read technical and regulation publications.
• Complete other duties which may be directed.

Qualifications

• Must have own tools.
• Maintain the ability to be covered under company insurance when operating company vehicles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Formal technical training in medium/heavy-duty diesel/unleaded vehicles and equipment mechanics.
• 2+ years heavy-duty diesel truck and equipment or automotive repair experience.
• Knowledge of diesel engine diagnostics, suspension, electrical, air brake, and hydraulic system troubleshooting.
• Minor welding and fabrication skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Physical

• The ability to lift, carry, and move heavy objects (50+ pounds).
• Bending, stooping, and working in awkward positions.
• Exposure to various environmental conditions.

Direct applicants only. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing agencies, or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or our general careers email, will be considered the property of Pacific States Petroleum Inc. Submission of an unsolicited resume does not create a formal relationship and will not obligate Pacific States Petroleum Inc. to pay any fee should we hire the candidate.