Madix, Inc · 4 months ago
Garage Technician
Goodwater, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expMadix, Inc. is a company committed to passion and customer focus. They are seeking a Garage Technician to assist skilled mechanics in inspecting, repairing, and maintaining vehicles and heavy equipment, ensuring operational efficiency through various mechanical tasks.
AutomotiveManufacturingProduct Management
Responsibilities
Assists skilled mechanics inspect, disassemble, rebuild and replace major units such as engines, transmissions, and hydraulic systems, test overhauled equipment to ensure operating efficiency; assist skilled mechanics diagnose problems and repair automotive systems and components including brakes, fuel, exhaust and electrical systems, test working systems, components and accessories, make necessary adjustments and replaces worn or damaged parts
Performs preventive services on vehicles and equipment to include replacing filters, worn or damaged parts and adding fluids as needed
Mounts balances and repairs tires on vehicles and heavy equipment
Lubricates all necessary fittings and parts
Troubleshoots malfunctions to determine cause and type of repair needed
Assists skilled mechanics in rebuilding engines in heavy equipment, vehicles, and tractors, replaces rod and main bearings
Inspects equipment to determine type of repair needed, parts, and supplies to perform repair
Assists skilled mechanics in performing major overhaul repairs to include re-building hydraulic systems, hydraulic pumps, small motors, cylinders, and standard transmissions
Repairs or replaces hoses, belts, fuel and hydraulic lines
Replaces water and fuel pumps as needed
Replaces blown bulbs and fuses, inspects signaling equipment and safety lights to ensure proper operating efficiency
Replaces brake pads and shoes, packs wheel bearings
Repairs suspension and front-end parts as needed
Makes minor body repairs such as door hinges, latches, mirrors, hitches, etc
Confers with operators and drivers to determine problems or troubleshoots vehicle or equipment malfunctions to determine cause and type or repair needed
Informs shop supervisor of problem and supplies needed to make repairs
Test-drives vehicle or equipment to ensure repairs are complete and operating properly
Replace spark plugs, distributor cap, rotor button, etc
Check all systems for proper operation and make necessary adjustments
Changes oil, checks and replaces brakes, changes filters, lubricates fittings and moving parts, inspect nuts/bolts, tightens when necessary
Checks belts and tightens or replaces as necessary
Removes wheels, tires, and makes necessary repairs
Mounts and balances vehicle and heavy equipment tires
Maintains tire inventory for shop and advises shop supervisor of orders needed
Inspects tires on vehicles and equipment to ensure tires are safe for operation
May assist in other departments as needed
Maintains and cleans shop to ensure work area is free of debris and possible safety hazards
Operates two-way radio to send and receive messages
May perform building maintenance duties to include painting, minor carpentry repairs, and equipment installation
May perform arc-welding duties to patch or repair minor repairs
Attends weekly safety meetings to review proper operation of equipment and receive updated information on changes in procedures
Performs additional duties as necessary
Qualification
Required
Must have valid driver's license from state of residence
Must have minimum three (3) years' experience in automotive and heavy equipment mechanics OR appropriate combination of training and experience
Must have skills to diagnose mechanical problems with vehicles and equipment
Ability to operate vehicles and equipment safely to ensure repairs are properly completed
Skill in using shop equipment to include air buffer, welding torch and hydraulic lifts
The qualified candidate must be dexterous enough to use hands and fingers to grasp and manipulate tools
The candidate must be agile enough to climb on, off, in, out or under equipment during repair
The candidate must be able to work in confined areas such as underneath vehicles, etc
Must possess adequate upper/lower body strength to maintain control while repairing vehicles and/or equipment
Have the ability to hear well enough to receive communications over a two-way radio (hearing aid acceptable)
Must speak clearly and loudly enough to be heard and understood in person and/or over two-way radio
Must be able to see well enough to operate equipment safely
Will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen
High school education, GED, or demonstrated level of proficiency
Preferred
Prior experience as Mechanic with a Municipality or Service Equipment Company preferred
Benefits
Group Health Insurance
Company Paid Group Term Life
Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Critical Care
401k – Eligible day one of employment (Contributions can be from 1% to 50% of salary. Company match of up to 4% quarterly based on safe harbor election)
Holidays – 9 per year (Eligible after 30 days of employment)
Vacation time
Educational Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Onsite Clinic – Free medical visits
Safety and Attendance incentives
Employee Appreciation Days
Company
Madix, Inc
Madix is fundamentally about people—our team members, customers, and community.
1001-5000 employees
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