
North Carolina DOT
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NEW HIGHER SALARY: $37,782 – $66,120
The Challenge
We are looking for a skilled mechanics to join our Kinston Equipment team.
In this role, you will:
- Service, repair, rebuild, and diagnose mechanical systems for gas/diesel-powered automotive, heavy equipment, and power tools.
- Operate a motor vehicle & fuel truck.
- Perform skilled mechanical work, including the following systems:
Preventive maintenance
Brakes (Air & Hydraulic)
Steering
Tires and tubes
Wheels
Rims & Hubs
Transmissions (automatic & manual)
Charging systems
Cranking systems
Ignition systems
Lighting systems
Cooling systems
Exhaust systems
Fuel systems
Power units
Hydraulics
Air Conditioning Instruments
Air Intake Systems
What You Bring
- A complete set of mechanic tools.
- Class A Commercial Driver’s License with Tanker (N) endorsement. (Don’t Have It? STILL APPLY! You can get it within 360 days of hire through our on-the-job training program).
- Experience in performing preventive maintenance on 1+ of the following: light, medium, heavy-duty trucks, or heavy equipment.
- Basic welding principles and application knowledge.
- Experience diagnosing basic electrical systems and proper wiring repairs.
- Basic hydraulic system repair experience, including component replacement and hoses.
- Computer experience obtaining diagnostic and repair information.
- Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle
- Ability to repair and maintain automotive and heavy equipment and diagnose problems using diagnostic equipment.
- Ability to prepare paperwork for employment and equipment repair.
- Ability to understand written and verbal instructions.
- Fitness to move parts and materials to repair and maintain equipment.
- Ability to safely operate equipment for testing purposes.
- You can work in indoor and outdoor environments.
- Ability to demonstrate a commitment to a safe working environment by leading by example.
- Ability to read and interpret Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) manuals, schematics, diagrams, and sketches.
- Strength to move relatively heavy objects
- Ability to work in emergency situations and bad weather.
- Steel toe safety shoes.
Notes
We will conduct a pre-employment drug screening and background check for your past 3 years about controlled substances and alcohol testing.
We may require current certification by the EPA as a Type I, II, III, or Universal Technician.
Education & Experience
High School/GED diploma, and
2+ years of relevant experience, or
An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Questions?
Call me: April Briggs at (252) 439-2901
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