Diesel Mechanic

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Located in Joplin, MO

Salary: Starting at $20/hour

Express Employment is looking for a Diesel Mechanic to assemble, maintain and repair machinery and vehicles. You will be responsible for ensuring functionality and reliability of machines, engines, and mechanical systems. An excellent mechanic must have manual dexterity and great attention to detail. They must be able to work with various machines and tools as well as follow all safety precautions.

Job Responsibilities

• Build and assemble mechanical components according to requirements
• Inspect machines, engines, transmissions etc. and run diagnostic tests to discover functionality issues
• Conduct repairs aiming for maximum reliability
• Troubleshoot reported problems and resolve them in a timely manner
• Perform thorough maintenance on machinery, equipment, and systems
• Clean and apply lubricants to machinery components
• Replenish fluids and components of engines and machinery
• Provide consultation on correct maintenance and preventative measures to machine or vehicle users
• Undertake other duties as assigned (e.g. repair of hydraulic systems, painting vehicles etc.)
• Keep logs of work and report on issues 

Job Requirements

• Excellent knowledge of machinery and hydraulic, electrical and other systems and their components
• Aptitude in using various hand tools (screwdrivers, hammers etc.) and precision measurement tools (e.g. calipers)
• Ability to follow established procedures and practices and read instruction, blueprints etc.
• A strong commitment to all health and safety guidelines
• Very good communication skills
• A problem-solving ability
• Very good physical strength and stamina
• High school diploma is preferred; Certification from a vocational school or completion of apprenticeship is a definite plus
• Valid certification (e.g ASE) is preferred

Compensation: Pay starts at $20/hour 

Location: Joplin, MO

• Benefits: There is a wide range of benefits that you can customize to fit your needs including:

  • Medical/dental/and vision plans
  • Holiday Pay (6 Days Observed)
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Vacation Pay
  • Life Insurance
  • Referral Bonuses

  2 ways to apply:

  • Complete an online application at www.expresspros.com/joplinmo
  • Call our office at (417) 623-6500

  Who we are:

  Express Employment Professionals of Joplin is a group of professionals dedicated to helping you find your next career move.   The Joplin, Missouri Express office was founded in 1994 and is proud to serve our community by helping people find jobs and help local businesses find the right people for their organization.  We also provide a wide array of services to our local businesses to help them with ever changing needs of their workforce.  Our Joplin office is locally owned and operated and dedicated to the mission of helping people succeed.   Express Employment Professionals is one of the top staffing companies in the U.S. and Canada.

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