Mechanic Job in Detroit, Michigan

Local intermodal trucking company is seeking 1 full-time Mobile Chassis Mechanic to join our team to perform mobile repairs in the Metro-Detroit market. The Chassis Mechanic will be responsible for the repairing of a privately owned fleet of intermodal equipment and is to ensure equipment is up to DOT & FMCSA criteria and service standards. Responsibilities: - Receives instructions from Supervisor, or designee, regarding necessary work - Selects appropriate materials to repair/weld equipment - Lays out, positions, aligns, and fits components together - Bolts, clamps, tack-welds, or otherwise fastens parts to secure in position for welding and/or repairing - Sets up equipment and welds parts, using appropriate welding equipment - Troubleshoots and repairs 12 --16 DC Volt electrical, and air/ABS brake systems - Completes FHWA inspections and documents - Repairs aluminum/stainless steel parts by welding - Completes quality control and/or inbound inspections and produces repair estimates as necessary - Documents completed repairs not indicated on original repair estimate and assists in completing applicable supplemental repair estimates - Completes major chassis frame modifications - Able to complete minor container repairs and modifications. - Repairs equipment by dismantling, straightening (cold or with heat), replacing reshaping, reassembling and painting or recoating parts - Completes all types of structural modifications/conversions on equipment - Handle, repairs, and replaces tire and wheel components - Applies decals/stenciling on equipment as necessary - Operate appropriate powered industrial equipment as required - Responsible for clean up and/or other depot maintenance as necessary - Acts as a spotter and fire watcher as needed - Assists with general repair duties for depot or terminal maintenance as required Qualifications: - Must have at least 2 years of previous experience as a shop mechanic or at least 1 year of experience as a mobile mechanic - Ability to read and understand computer generated work orders - Ability to communicate with co-workers, management, clients, and others in a courteous and professional manner at all levels of the organization - Conform with and abide by all work regulations, policies, procedures, instructions. - Conform to all safety rules and use all appropriate safety equipment - Ability to work well and get along with others - Ability to concentrate for extended periods of time - Ability to work alone and/or with minimal supervision - Ability to train other employees as necessary - Must possess valid State DL