SUMMARY

The Mechanic will perform the highest quality maintenance service on hazmat (fuel) and grain hauling transport vehicles while ensuring compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES BY COMPETENCY:  (*denotes an essential function of the position)

 

Business Results Orientation

*Ensure a safe working environment and promptly report any safety accidents or violations to the proper management

*Implement preventive maintenance programs to minimize unplanned expenditures

*Adhere to Wallis Companies’ safety programs/policies and proactively work to achieve and maintain the highest safety standards

Utilize tools and technology provided effectively and efficiently

Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition 

*Perform monthly inspections and preventative maintenance to ensure regulatory compliance

*Serve on Emergency Response Team to assist in the event of a vehicle accident or spill

*Maintain regular attendance and follow designated safety practices

Perform other duties not listed as required

 

Communication

*Communicate with Maintenance Manager, Dispatch Manager and Terminal Managers regarding the status of truck maintenance required

*Communicates in a professional and effective manner with internal and external customers

*Coordinate effectively with all parties involved to repair equipment and place back in service promptly with minimal interruption when placing equipment out of service due to safety hazards,

Build cooperative working relationships with coworkers and vendors through open communication and ongoing support

*Report any personal injuries or any damage done to company property or vehicles within policy timeframes

 

Customer Service Orientation

*Maintain professional image of self and vehicle

Exhibit a professional, friendly and helpful attitude while on the job

*Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs on transport equipment when needed on a 24 hour/day basis

 

Developing Talent

Attend training seminars to further enhance professional development

Work as a team member to help improve individual, department and organizational productivity

*Develop and maintains skills necessary to be successful in this position

Provide experience, skills and expertise as needed to coworkers

 

Safety

Attend and participate in safety meetings

*Work diligently to correct safety deficiencies in a timely manner

*Complete safety training required for this position

*Follow all safety policies and procedures

*Inform Supervisor or Manager of unsafe conditions and behaviors, and recommend how to correct or eliminate them

*Report all work-related injuries immediately, and seek Supervisor/HR approval to authorize medical treatment

Cooperate with the medical provider, and follow the treatment plan and Return-to-Work Program

Work to avoid preventable accidents

*Comply with all OSHA workplace regulations

 

Technical Expertise

*Perform truck maintenance and trailer inspections to maintain compliance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

*Detect and report defective material or questionable conditions to the Maintenance Manager

*Maintain knowledge of and follow all DOT rules and regulations, Federal Motor Carriers Safety Regulations, OSHA regulations, and any other regulations required

*Maintain knowledge of equipment, parts, and required inventory

*Purchase and maintain appropriate parts inventory, ensuring inventory is stocked at appropriate level

*Remove trucks from operation when safety hazards are present, and coordinate repair promptly

*Adhere to all Wallis Companies safety policies and report all safety incidents to supervisor immediately

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct: This position has no direct reports. 

 

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. (*denotes an essential qualification of the position)

 

Education:                             *Required: Equivalent to high school diploma

                                                Preferred:  Completion of technical school program in mechanics, vehicle maintenance, or related field

 

Experience:                                  *Over 3 years up to and including 5 years in vehicle maintenance, transportation, or related field. 

 

Language Skills:                    *Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English in a manner that is

sufficient for effective communication with groups of managers, clients,

customers and the general public.

 

 

(may be representative but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with the position)

Skills and Abilities:              Requires an intensive knowledge of a specialty field and the use of a wide range of procedures.  Ability to use own judgment in the analysis of facts and circumstances surrounding individual problems and transactions and in the determination of actions to be taken within the limits of standard or accepted practice.  *Duties require thorough knowledge of DOT regulations and safety requirements.  *Ability to proficiently use computer. *Basic math skills.

 

Technology, Tools,

And Equipment:                   *Computer, *Microsoft Office, *Transportation/Maintenance software, *telephone, copier/*fax/printer, *barcode scanner, *hand tools

 

Certificates, Licenses

and/or Registrations:           *MVR in compliance with company policy

                                                *Class A CDL and DOT medical certification

*Hazmat/Tanker Endorsement

                                                *Brake Certification

                                                 MACS Certification

                                                 ISX15 Certification

                                                 PACCAR MX13 and MX11 Certification

                                                 PACCAR AMT Certification

                       

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described below 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.

 

Amount of Time	None	Under 1/3	1/3 To 2/3	Over 2/3	Amount of Time	None	Under 1/3	1/3 To 2/3	Over 2/3
See:  Must be able to perform vehicle mechanical work, distinguishing colors				X	Lifting
Stand/Walk: Must be able to move around the  machine shop				X	Up to 10 pounds:				X
Sit: Must be able to perform work at desk, computer, etc.		X			Up to 25 pounds			X
Touch/Grasp/Feel: Must be able to input electronic data, manipulate hand tools				X	Up to 50 pounds		X
Climb or balance: Must be able to perform mechanical work on vehicles, under hood and under vehicle body.			X		Up to 100 pounds		X
Stoop, kneel or crawl: Must be able to perform mechanical work on vehicles, under hood and under vehicle body.				X	Over 100 pounds		X
Talk or hear: Must be able to communicate in person and on telephone system, use various audio diagnostic tools.				X
Working conditions:  Garage/shop				X

 

Disclaimer:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.  Wallis Companies reserves the right to make changes to job descriptions as needed with or without notice to affected employees.  Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.  This job description does not establish a contract for employment..