Automotive/Diesel Mechanic

Mayfield, KY 42066

Employment Type: Permanent Job Category: Technician Job Number: JR6324868120-1 Compensation: 18.00

Job Description

Title: Mechanic

Location: Mayfield, KY

Duration and hire type: Direct Hire

Overview: Sterling Engineering / Staffing is currently looking for a Mechanic for one of our clients in the Mayfield, KY area. Sterling has a rich history of delivering top talent to our clients. We are a nationwide Staffing Firm with over 100 clients and works primarily with Fortune 1000 corporations.

Job Description:
Performs the duties of heavy machinery mechanic involved in inspecting, repairing, fabricating, and maintaining historic diesel/electric heavy machinery to meet and exceed company regulations and expectations for positive, safe, and reliable customer experience while maintaining a clean and respectable fleet appearance.
 
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Ensure compliance with all rules and regulations for safety and operations with the guidelines set forth by the company
  • Inspect equipment components for compliance with company standards
  • Diagnoses malfunctions in diesel engines, air equipment, trucks, or other components to determine nature of problem and needed repair or replacement
  • Perform emergency repairs to heavy machinery
  • Replaces heavy machinery and diesel engine components including but not limited to wheels or trucks, traction motors, springs, couplers, draft gear assembly, gear cases, cylinder heads, air compressors, and turbo chargers
  • Performs daily service of heavy machinery units: fuels, waters, lubricates and oils; wipes down and cleans unit/windows; checks supplies and drinking water
  • Performs periodic and annual inspections and understands company regulations pertaining to inspections
  • Maintain written and computer records for maintenance and repairs as required
  • Give direction and share knowledge to part time seasonal mechanical staff
  • Properly utilize equipment and tools:
    • Roll-overs
    • Torque wrench
    • Pipe threaders
    • Tubing benders
    • Cutting torches
    • Electric and air operated hand tools
    • Forklifts
    • Overhead cranes
    • Other mechanical equipment
  • Follow written/scope of work instructions and or QWI’s
  • Read schematics and blueprints and make needed repairs
  • Complete and document jobs in a timely manner per requirements (QWIs, Travelers)
  • Read and interpret Blueprints
  • Follow all safety policies and procedures, utilize all PPE

Advanced Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Ability to align rotating equipment
  • Ability to identify systems and conduct Air Test
  • Utilize precision instruments and tooling

Qualifications, Experience, and Education:
  • Skill Level I – 0-2 years of experience as heavy equipment, diesel, automotive, or aircraft mechanic
  • Skill Level II – 2-5 years of experience as heavy equipment, diesel, automotive, or aircraft mechanic or Technical Certifications
  • Skill Level III – 5 years of experience as heavy equipment, diesel, automotive or, aircraft mechanic or Technical Certifications

Preferred Skills:
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Knowledge of heavy equipment components
  • Knowledge of heavy equipment diesel engine components
 
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Meet Your Recruiter

Kajal Patel
Technical Recruiter

Kajal Patel is a dedicated Technical Recruiter specializing in the Transportation industry. With a successful track record at Sterling and a wealth of experience spanning five years in the recruitment field, Kajal is a driving force in talent acquisition.

As a Technical Recruiter in the Transportation sector, Kajal understands the nuances of the industry and the unique demands it entails. Her experience and insights enable her to guide candidates and clients effectively, ensuring a seamless match that benefits all parties involved.

With her experience, Kajal has developed a keen understanding of the recruitment landscape. Her advice to never ghost potential employers and maintain open communication with recruiters is a testament to her professionalism and dedication. Kajal recognizes that such practices can impact immediate opportunities and future prospects, potentially hindering one's career growth.

As one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you’ve got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now. 

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About Mayfield, KY

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