Shop Mechanic

Quality Carriers, Inc. (QC), headquartered in Tampa, FL, is North America's largest bulk liquid chemical carrier. Through a network of more than 100 terminals and facilities, we transport a broad range of chemical products and provide our customers with value-added transportation services.

Quality Repair Solutions (QRS Shops), a fully-owned division of Quality Carriers, Inc., specializes in comprehensive tractor and trailer maintenance.

Most of our 60+ Repair and Maintenance shops are R Stamp Certified and we provide many opportunities for growth across locations and within our shops. We look forward to knowledgeable and ambitious people to join our team!


Essential Functions of a Shop Mechanic:

Diagnose and repair tractors and trailers.
Perform annual/systematic +0 day inspections (trailers) on equipment as required.
Ensure equipment meets Federal FHWA standards.
Operate a yard hostler truck to move trailers within the facility yard and the shop as needed.
Order and receive parts and supplies as needed.
Adheres to all established safety (OSHA) and environmental policies and standards to include identification, use, and proper procedures for handling or disposal of hazardous wastes.
Clean, organize and maintain the work environment to ensure equipment longevity and workplace safety.
Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Education/Knowledge/Skills Required for Shop Mechanic

High school diploma, completion of G.E.D., or equivalent vocational school.
Must possess at least 3 years of experience in repair and service of trailers and medium duty trucks.
Knowledge is mandatory of vehicle and equipment theory, principles and repair relating to diesel engines, air, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
Knowledge of tractor and trailer maintenance, DOT rules and regulations, company policies and procedures.
Ability to use vehicle diagnostic software.
Up to 3 years as a fleet mechanic preferred.
DOT HM-183 training or experience a plus.
ASE certification is not required but recommended.

Quality Carriers, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, ****** orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Please note that per Quality policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters were engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Quality will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.


Experience
Required
2 - 3 years: repair & service of diesel trailers
Preferred
2 - 3 years: DOT rules & regulations
Education
Required
High School or better
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred
ASE Diesel Certification

United States
Florida
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