My client is one of the UK's leading collectors of animal by products. They specialise in the processing of these by products into meals, oils and petfood ingredients, which we export around the world.
Diesel Mechanic
Diesel Mechanics is responsible for the maintenance and repair of diesel-powered vehicles. Their duties include running diagnostic tests on vehicles, test driving vehicles to gauge performance and maintaining detailed records of the vehicles they have serviced.
Job Description
We are looking for physically fit candidates with good attention to detail for the position of Diesel Mechanic. The primary duties of a Diesel Mechanic include performing diagnostic tests on diesel vehicles to find faults, analysing diagnostic test results and repairing or replacing engine, steering, transmission, braking or lighting system components.
Diesel Mechanics needs to be highly organized and communicate effectively, as they will be expected to maintain detailed records of serviced vehicles and interact with customers daily.
Responsibilities
- Running diagnostic tests on vehicles
- Follow a checklist of inspection procedure
- Analysing diagnostic test results.
- Do routine maintenance, such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and parts
- Adjust and align wheels, tighten bolts and screws, and attach system components
- Replacing vehicle engines, steering mechanisms, transmissions, and braking systems.
- Checking vehicle lighting systems.
- Test driving vehicles to gauge performance.
- Performing preventative maintenance on service trucks.
- Maintaining detailed records of serviced vehicles.
- Adhering to an inspection procedure checklist.
- Maintaining a parts inventory.
- Ensuring the cleanliness of the shop.
Requirements
- Degree or Diploma in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering.
- ASE Diesel Certification advantageous.
- Valid driver's license.
- Aptitude for mathematics and science.
- Advanced knowledge of diesel engine components.
- Good IT and diagnostic skills.
- Physically fit and able to lift to 150 pounds.
- Proficiency with maintenance and repair tools.
- Attention to detail.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Excellent verbal communication skills.
- Good organization skills
My client is one of the UK's leading collectors of animal by products. They specialise in the processing of these by products into meals, oils and petfood ingredients, which we export around the world.