Airframe and Engine Mechanic, Sr. jobs in Tacoma, WA

POSITION OVERVIEW:
 
To provide timely, quality, and cost-effective repair and maintenance for vehicle fleet including tractors, trailers, forklifts, and other equipment that requires preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, modifications and repairs.  
 
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Repairs, modifies and performs preventive maintenance inspections; troubleshoots vehicle fleet including tractors, trailers, forklifts and other equipment
2. Performs advanced diagnostics to identify source of trouble and performs repairs and/or replaces or rebuilds all components and systems
3. Makes necessary adjustments to equipment for safe and efficient operation and prepares required safety documentation 
4. Provides guidance and mentoring to less-experienced technicians 
5. Ensures proper and accurate documentation of all maintenance performed, completes reports in writing and electronically 
6. Performs safety inspections of equipment and documents the work
7. Performs paint and body work on vehicles, as required    
8. Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
9. Perform other duties as required
 
Disclaimer:  This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
 
QUALIFICATIONS:

· High School Diploma (or GED), preferred
· Minimum of five (5) years’ experience performing vehicle maintenance   
    o A heavy-duty vehicle maintenance certificate obtained from an accredited vehicle maintenance vocational/trade school may substitute for one-year vehicle maintenance experience.  
    o A Master ASE certification may substitute an additional two year’s vehicle maintenance experience.
· Demonstrated competency in repair and maintenance of Brakes, Electrical, PMI, Powertrain, and Trailing Equipment required 
· Medium/Heavy Truck Master ASE Certification  and Class A CDL preferred
· Must possess proficient computer skills including  maintenance programs, and diagnostic systems
· Must possess in-depth knowledge of gas and diesel engines and on-board computers
· Experience using precision measurement instruments oxygen/acetylene equipment, and lifting devices (bottle, floor, wheel, or transmission jacks, floor cranes, etc.).
· Able to frequently lift components weighing approximately 110 pounds with appropriate equipment and/or assistance from another person 
· Must possess necessary tools to perform assigned tasks
· Valid driver’s license may be required depending on work assignment
· Ability to safely operate vehicles equipped with manual or automatic transmissions
· Ability to enter and exit the driver’s compartment of the truck and/or behind cab using normal available footholds and handholds
· Paint and body work experience preferred
· Ability to work independently and/or as a team member
· Proficient written and verbal communication skills 
 
WORKING CONDITIONS:
 
· Exposure to heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job
· Exposure to considerable amounts of dust, diesel fumes and noise
· May be required to drive service van to off-site locations and perform work
· Exposure to climate conditions of the geographic area 
· Exposure to chemicals, oils, greases, paints or other irritants
· Hours may vary due to operational need
 
 
COMPENSATION USE
FLSA Status:  [ ] Exempt   [X] Non-Exempt