Mechanic, Senior Truck (Midland, TX)

The Senior Truck Mechanic will perform mechanical functions and duties of inspecting, checking, trouble-shooting, repairing, and replacing all mechanical equipment in order to maintain high levels of safe and productive equipment performance.


* Complete all records of work performed and comply with Federal, State, and company rules and regulations.


* Must be on time, cleanly dressed and available for work at scheduled work shifts or on call periods.


* Must supply and maintain defective-free hand tools to perform duties.


* Test drive vehicles that have been repaired to ensure all repairs were properly performed.


* Inspect and work with brakes as stipulated in Section 396.25 of The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR).


* Perform vehicle inspections that meet the qualifications & requirements stipulated in Section 396.19 of the FMCSR.


* Perform regulatory required inspections.


* Use diagnostic equipment, welding and cutting machines, tire mounting, replacement, and repairing equipment.


* Work on all equipment at the terminal level, such as, steam rack equipment, shop equipment, and company cars and pickups.


* Maintain all equipment to the highest quality, in a timely manner, while keeping cost at a minimum.


* Participate and successfully complete training programs, process safety management reviews, and safety meetings required to comply with state and federal regulations.


* Review procedures as necessary to ensure compliance of all company and industry standards to meet all regulatory agency requirements.


* Ability to optimize work to effect a minimal amount of overtime.


* Perform and assist in scheduling of repairs when the Shop Foreman is unavailable.


* Perform remedial and preventative maintenance and maintain facility appearance and safety through good housekeeping practices inside and outside of the facilities.


* Participate in available cross training to effectively develop skills in areas specific to other mechanics.


* Must use and wear all PPE when required.


* Train and guide others to learn duties of Mechanic.

The successful candidate will meet the following qualifications:


* A minimum of a high school diploma or G.E.D.

equivalent is preferred.


* Technical certification or equivalent training in a mechanical environment or energy related field is preferred.


* A minimum of 5 years mechanic experience in a related field is required.


* A valid driver's license with acceptable driving record is required.


* Must supply and maintain defective free hand tools to perform duties.


* The ability to test drive vehicles that have been repaired to ensure all repairs were properly performed is required.


* Ability to read and understand, analyze and interpret documents, equipment repair manuals, reports and federal, state and local codes and regulations.


* The ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, ...