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    Curtis Lumber Co Inc.

    Building Materials Retail

    Experienced Diesel Mechanic

    Ballston Spa, United StatesOn-SiteFull-time$30 – $36 / hourPosted 1mo ago
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    Build Your Career with Curtis Lumber!

    Founded in 1890, Curtis Lumber is a family owned and operated building materials retailer, one of 100 largest and fastest growing in the nation. Our employees enjoy competitive pay and excellent benefits coupled with ideal business hours allowing for a healthy work life balance. We recognize our employees hard work and dedication are the driving force of our success, and we continually look for ways to reward them.

    $30-$36 per hour starting rate depending on experience! Annual performance-based raises.

    A Diesel Mechanic is responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining diesel-powered vehicles and machinery. Here are the key responsibilities and requirements for this role:

    Responsibilities:

    • Diagnostic Testing: Run diagnostic tests on diesel engines and interpret the results to offer suitable solutions.
    • Preventative Maintenance and Repair: Repair or replace vehicle transmissions, brakes, engines, and other associated parts. Perform routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes, wheel balancing, alignment, and brake checks.
    • Communication: Communicate with branch leadership on vehicle diagnostics and expected completion time for vehicles and equipment.
    • Field Visits: Conduct field visits in situations of an emergency or sudden breakdown.
    • Test Driving: Test drive repaired vehicles to gauge their performance.
    • Record Keeping: Maintain records of parts inventory and serviced vehicles.
    • Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

    This role is crucial for keeping company vehicles and machinery running smoothly and efficiently.

    Requirements:

    • Experience: Four plus years of proven experience as a diesel mechanic or diesel service technician. Repair and service of heavy trucks, light trucks, automotive, small engine, and forklift.
    • Skills: Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills, familiarity with computerized diagnostic tools, and mechanical knowledge.
    • Mechanic Aptitude: Strong mechanical aptitude in mechanical and electric diagnostics; diesel, gas, LP, and electric engines; carburetors, starters, fuel systems; hydraulic/air brake systems.
    • Education: A high school diploma or equivalent; postsecondary training in diesel technology is preferred.
    • Physical Ability: Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting heavy items and working in various conditions.

    Full time 40+ hours per week - Start time 6:30am

    Discretionary profit share after one year of employment

    Six paid holidays and PTO Immediately

    At Curtis Lumber we embrace a culture of accountability and safety. Join us, and you’ll quickly see everything that sets us apart is also what brings us together.

    If you are ready to Build your Career, apply now to connect with our Recruitment team today!

    PERKS FOR OUR PEOPLE!

    Comprehensive Benefit Package - Medical, Dental, Vision • Competitive Wages • 401k with Company Match • Ideal Retail Hours • Paid Holidays & PTO • Bereavement Pay • Profit Sharing • 529 College Savings • Employee Assistance Program • Tuition Reimbursement • Boot Reimbursement • Employee Discount • Community Events • Employee Referral Program

    Email us: [email protected]

    Facebook: @curtislumbercareers

    YouTube: @curtislumbercareers

    https://www.curtislumber.com/employment/

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    Curtis Lumber Co Inc.

    Curtis Lumber is a family-owned lumber and building materials retailer serving contractors and homeowners.

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