Shop Tech - Los Angeles, CA

This position performs minor trailer and truck repairs following established guidelines. They are expected to make good value decisions. Provides general non diagnosis-type assistance to mechanics and maintenance team leaders. Completes routine repair work in the areas of tire changing, minor electrical, hydraulic, minor accident repairs including completing the appropriate paperwork.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.Reads paper or electronic instructions to understand, document and close work orders to be completed.2.Performs duties in both the trailer and tractor areas of the shop when completing trailer PMs, annual inspections and minor repairs on door seals, hardware, electrical, brakes, suspension and minor body work.3.Works outdoors at the fuel island or similar areas to perform safety, or other related inspections and write-ups.4.Performs express-related services including tire changing, minor brake, electrical and safety related inspections and work.5.Utilizes computer system (M5) to accurately create, track and complete work order repairs including the tracking of time (labor hours), parts used and work completed.6.Responsible for determining initial estimation of required repairs or directing the estimation to a qualified Mechanic who can further diagnose and estimate the required repair, cost and repair timeline.7.Must be able to communicate with internal customers (i.e. other shop associates, drivers, STLs, other maintenance shops) on such things as stances, wait times, reasons for repair decisions and status updates.8.Utilizes forklift and company vehicles to unload and stock and pick up parts at local vendors, dealers/suppliers and stages PMs.9.Physically assists Mechanic(s) on tractor and trailer repairs, which involve using knowledge learned through on-the-job training or specialty knowledge that DOES NOT require diagnosis or independent judgment and decision making.10.Steam cleans and washes wide range of parts and equipment.11.May perform duties from service truck.Job Requirements
EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:1.Strong mechanical aptitude. (ie: Must be able to certify as a brake inspector.)2.Exposure to windows based computer systems, preferred.3.Technical reading aptitude (i.e. electronic service bulletins; auto repair manuals).4.May be required to successfully complete forklift certification training.5.Valid drivers license. (NOTE: Associates also functioning as over the road drivers must have a qualified CDL.)6.Examples of teamwork and customer service skills, including good oral and written communication skills.7.Basic welding skills.8.Provides own basic hand tools. (The Shop Manager or Shop Supervisor will cover other required tools.)