Under the supervision of the Shop Owner, the shop helper will be performing a variety of task including, picking up parts from local vendors, maintaining the shop and aiding the shop technicians while learning preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs in a safe, efficient, quality minded and learning the proper use of hand tools/equipment.

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

·       Assists mechanics with repairing trucks and shop equipment

·       Cleans and maintains shop equipment, parts and tools

·       Bake & Clean DPF’s (Diesel Particulate Filter) Using DPF Machine

·       Maintains Inventory of DPF Clamps and Gaskets

·       Pickup/Deliver DPF’s  

·       Maintains and monitors parts and fluid inventories

·       Performs minor equipment repairs in the field

·       Maintains shop in a clean and orderly manner

·       Tag trucks upon arrival

·       Operates various hand tools, including spray gun, sander, grinder, grease gun, hydraulic jack, DPF machine, etc.

·       Checks batteries and fluid levels in equipment and replaces or replenishes as needed; Performs lubrication and related maintenance

·       Picks up supplies and parts from vendors or suppliers as necessary.

·       Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of basic hand and power tools; and the safe operation of the equipment used is preferred.

Skill/Ability to: perform a variety of minor mechanical repairs or preventive maintenance on diesel trucks and equipment using a variety of power and hand tools; establish and maintain effective working relationship[s with co-workers and suppliers; and maintain California driver’s license applicable to job responsibilities and good driving record.

High school graduation, or its equivalent, or sufficient education to read and write, plus experience in mechanical repair work, preferably at least six months of experience working with or for a mechanic; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Certificates & License Required

A Valid Class C California Driver’s License is required.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here 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 of perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to walk, sit, stand, bend and stoop. May be required to lift, carry or push/pull supplies, materials, equipment and/or items weighing up to 50 pounds. Work is primarily conducted outdoors. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.