DC GARAGE MECHANIC- Kroger

Responsibilities

• Read job order and observes and listens to truck in operation to determine malfunction and to plan work procedures
• Install new ignition systems, aligns front wheels, changes or recharges batteries, and replaces transmissions and other parts.
• Overhaul diesel engines using mechanics hand tools, welding equipment, standard charts and hoists.
• Examine protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices on trucks and makes adjustments using hand tools.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

• Less than high school education plus three years experience in diesel mechanics or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routinereports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and otheremployees of the organization.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate,ratio and percent.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Ability and willingness to move with purpose and a strong sense of urgency.
• Ability to work weekends/overtime/any shift on a frequent basis.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of tasks/projects.
• Familiarity with industry/technical terms and processes.
• Valid driver's license.