Mechanic Trainee - Fleet Vehicles

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Compensation $18.25 hourly start pay.

The Mechanic Trainee will perform automotive inspections and repairs in keeping with Company standards.

• PM vehicle fleet

• Perform standard vehicle repairs on their own, tasks such as changing brake pads and rotors, replacing vehicle fluids, and replacing car batteries.

• Use company-created automobile checklists to determine which repairs are needed on vehicles scheduled to be serviced.

• Mechanic Trainees learn how to repair vehicles through formal training sessions and hands-on work tasks supervised by auto mechanics.

• Create written labor, time, and parts cost estimates for needed vehicle repairs.

• Test before and after the repair procedure

• Routinely disconnect batteries inside vehicles and hook them up to an in-shop testing device to determine their functionality.

• Take apart car and truck engines, as well as other parts of the vehicle, such as sidewall panels and floorboards.

• Order new parts for vehicles over the phone and online.

• Speak with employees to learn the nature of their vehicle problems, explain repair processes.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• High School Diploma or GED required

• Must have a current Driver's License.

• Have an interest in automobiles and mechanics of all types.

• Possesses willingness to gain mechanical knowledge of cars and trucks.

• Basic understanding of mechanics and engines

• Ability to listen and absorb information, as well as the ability to relate information clearly to others.

• Must work with many different types of tools, using them regularly while repairing vehicles.

• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.

• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.

• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.

• Regular exposure to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, and airborne particles.

• Occasional exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, which require the use of safety equipment.

• Exposure to noise levels that can fluctuate between moderate and high decibels.

• Responsible for following all environmental laws and procedures to which Smithfield subscribes.

• Reads and understands company's emergency notification process and is responsible for reviewing that policy at their work site.

• Reports all environmental issues immediately to their supervisor.

EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.

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