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Garage/Reefer Mechanic

Kroger
19 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Houston, TX, United States
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**This position will be required to maintains, diagnoses, and repairs transport refrigeration units ("reefers") attached to semi-trailers and trucks.**** POSITION IS FOR 2ND or 3RD SHIFT - STARTING AT 3PM**WEEKENDS WILL BE REQUIRED. Position Summary: Responsible for maintaining and repairing commercial trucks. The company also requires that all employees perform all tasks in a safe manner consistent with corporate policies and state and federal laws. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety. Essential Job Functions: Read job order and observes and listens to truck in operation to determine malfunction and to plan work procedures Install new ignition systems, aligns front wheels, changes or recharges batteries, and replaces transmissions and other parts. Overhaul diesel engines using mechanics hand tools, welding equipment, standard charts and hoists. Examine protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices on trucks and makes adjustments using hand tools. Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. Minimum Position Qualifications: Minimum 18 years of age. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability and willingness to move with purpose and a strong sense of urgency. Ability to work a varied schedule, any shift including weekends and overtime on a frequent basis. Accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of tasks and projects. Familiarity with industry and technical terms and processes. Valid driver's license. Desired Previous Job Experience Less than high school education plus three years experience in diesel mechanics or equivalent combination of education and experience. Work Remotely No Job Type: Full-time Pay: $31.50 per hour Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): How many years of Diesel engine experience do you have? Do you have your own tools? If selected to move forward in the hiring process, are you willing and able to complete an on-site drug screening on the same day as your interview? After probationary period, this position will require you to work either 3pm - 11:30pm or 11pm - 7:30am and weekends are included. Can you work either shift? Do you have experience working on refrigeration units (reefers) attached to semi-trailers or trucks? License/Certification: Driver's License (Required) Work Location: In person

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