Diesel Mechanic
Bazooka Farmstar
Washington, IA
Full-time
Mechanic/Technician
Posted on February 25, 2020
Bazooka Farmstar has 20+ open positions in all areas of business
As Bazooka Farmstar’s Newest Diesel Mechanic
You will maintain diesel equipment by completing inspections and executing preventative maintenance, such as: correcting pump trailer unit deficiencies and making needed adjustments or alignments to ensure all diesel equipment is in proper running order.
Now, let’s get down to the nitty-gritty.
Essential Job Functions
- Determine power unit condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts
- Keep equipment available for use by completing preventative maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades
- Correct power unit deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics; completes machine shop operations; making adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units
- Verify power unit performance by conducting testing, adjusting controls and systems
- Maintain vehicle records by annotating services and repairs
- Keep shop equipment operating by following operating instructions
- Assist final assembly with the production of pump trailers and other product lines as needed
- Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Associate's Degree in Diesel Mechanics or equivalent experience
- Problem solving skills required.
- Ability to read manufacturing instructions and interpret documents such as safety rules, production schedules, maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
Capable of lifting 75 lbs. and standing for a 10-hour day.
Benefits & Perks
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Competitive wages and Salary packages
- Gym membership reimbursement
- Manure puns are acceptable and encouraged
- Sound like something you want to get knee-deep in? Join our team today!