Shop Mechanic - Automotive and Industrial Equipment

Location Louisville
Discipline: Manufacturing and Production, Technical
Salary: $25 - 38/hr
Job ref: 232
Published: about 1 month ago

Thompson First Group is seeking Shop Technicians for permanent opportunities for a local client in Louisville, KY. 

The right candidate will have at least three years of experience working as Automotive Mechanic, Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, Farm Equipment Mechanic or a Forklift Mechanic.
Responsibilities

  • Ensure work is performed in a safe manner and in accordance with company policy, OSHA and DOT

  • Shop Mechanic must be able to communicate with Service Manager on problems that could result in work delay

  • Knowledge of Aerial Equipment

  • Shop Mechanic should have experience in electronics and hydraulics

  • Diesel and gas engine experience

  • Shop Mechanic should be able to diagnose and troubleshoot equipment

  • Have a strong mechanical aptitude

  • Must be dependable and report to work on time

  • Shop Mechanic must provide own tools

  • Must not have a fear of heights

  • Must be able to push, pull or lift up to 75 pounds

Qualifications

  • Technical experience

  • Ability to read and comprehend electrical schematic

  • Detail oriented

  • Good communication skills

  • Sufficient hand tools

  • Prompt and consistent attendance

Benefits

  • Health insurance

  • Dental insurance

  • Vision Insurance

  • 401K

  • Paid time off

  • Growth opportunity

  • Reimbursement for steel toe boots and safety glasses

Thompson First Group is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.