TASKS & DUTIES
- Inspect vehicle engine and mechanical components to diagnose issues accurately
- Inspect vehicle computer and electronic systems to repair, maintain and upgrade
- Perform routine maintenance on trucks, such as checking batteries and changing oil to ensure proper vehicle running
- Repair or replace broken or dysfunctional parts and fix issues (e.g. leaks)
- Diagnosing and repairing fuel systems. (e.g. Injector, Pump)
- Test drive vehicles to ensure they are running properly and to find issues to determine what the solution will be
- Replace parts, valves, bearings and gears as needed and repair vehicle cooling and heating systems
- Measure vehicle / Equipment emissions to ensure they are in the proper limits
- Inspect various parts of trucks, including brake systems, wheel bearings and steering mechanisms to ensure they are in the proper condition to operate effectively
- Conduct routine maintenance work (replacing fluids, lubricating parts etc.) aiming to vehicle functionality and longevity
- Schedule future maintenance sessions and advise motorists on good vehicle use
- Provide accurate estimates (cost, time, effort) for a repair or maintenance job
- Reviews, completes or assigns repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports
- Overhauls and repairs engines and transmissions on gas and diesel equipment.
- "Replaces shock absorbers, checks and balances wheels, and checks for proper tire alignment.
- Performs emission control repair, replacement, and testing on all required vehicles
- Provide reports on the vehicle after repair
- Educate vehicle operators on preventative maintenance, including servicing
- Maintain cleanliness of work area
- Communicate with the Manager on a regular basis about work performed, necessary changes, new parts needed or any other concerns related to repair or maintenance work on vehicles
- Keep up with required knowledge and skills in automotive maintenance by attending workshops, seminars or other classes to help ensure the work completed is of the highest quality.
- Maintain a clean working environment on the automotive service floor
- Communicates with parts department to obtain needed parts.
- Examines assigned vehicle to determine if further safety or service work is required or recommended.
- Operates all tools and equipment in a safe manner.
- Reports any safety issues immediately to management.
- Maintains and is accountable for all dealership-owned tools and manuals. Returns them to the proper place and in the same condition as they were received.
- Other tasks as assigned
Skills
Required Knowledge, Skills, Experience, and Abilities
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Certification from a vocational school or trade school is preferred (ITI)
- In-depth knowledge of vehicle diagnostic equipment and mechanical systems.
- Must be able to lift heavy equipment and parts regularly
- Strong attention to detail with an aptitude for problem-solving
- Excellent knowledge of mechanical, electrical and electronic components of vehicles
- Working knowledge of vehicle diagnostic systems and methods
- Using manual and computerized diagnostic methods to identify potential problems in a Truck
- Explaining mechanical problems and possible solutions to manager
- Planning work and testing procedures using charts, experience and other organizational methods
- Testing parts and trucks and cranes to ensure they work correctly
- Ensuring all critical parts are checked and tested
- Excellent physical condition
- Excellent communication skills.
- Minimum 2-5 years of Gulf experience in trucks and Cranes Maintenance