Diesel Engine Mechanic
Job Description
Diesel Engine Mechanic – International Foodstuffs Co. LLC
Responsibilities
Key Responsibility Areas · Responsible and accountable for diagnosing, repairing and replacing diesel engines. · Responsible and accountable for determining the extent of damage or malfunctions, obtaining descriptions of vehicle problems, and to discuss the work to be performed for future repairs. · Responsible and accountable for diagnostic tests using special tools. · Responsible and accountable for performing routine and scheduled preventive maintenance services as per the provided checklist · Responsible and accountable for reviewing work orders and discussing with supervisors on daily/weekly/monthly work plan. · Repair and service heating, engine-cooling, crankshafts, and cylinder blocks. · Repair manual and automatic transmissions; Repair, reline, replace, and adjust brake systems. · Repair and replace pistons, rods, gears, valves, bearings, shock absorbers, radiator leaks; Rewire ignition systems · Tear down, repair, and rebuild faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems, and linkages. · Test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications. · Test drive vehicles, components and systems, using equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges. · Follow checklists to ensure all important parts are examined, including belts, hoses, steering systems, spark plugs, brake and fuel systems, wheel bearings, and other potentially troublesome areas.
Desired Candidate Profile
Competencies · Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, optimal usage, repair, and maintenance. · Ability to diagnose the problem and come up with various alternate solutions · Ability to give attention to detail · Ability to inspect the spare parts and to conduct tests to evaluate the quality or performance