Tire and Lube Technician (2nd Shift)

Company: Thompson Pipe Group
Location: Grand Prairie
Posted on: September 5, 2020

Job Description:

Job Description: Who we are Thompson Pipe Group is a privately held family business of engineers, contractors, and manufacturers based in Rialto, California. From our humble beginnings, we built a family of products to meet the needs of all kinds of infrastructure. Each generation of products is better than the previous. Thompson Pipe Group is now the largest and most diverse drainage, sanitary, pressure and trench-less pipe provider, with manufacturing locations across the country and serving not just the US but all North America. Thompson Pipe Group is looking for a Tire and Lube Technician . This person will be responsible for performing basic automotive services including mounting and balancing of tires, tire repairs, oil changes, vehicle inspections, and other less technical services while delivering excellent customer support. 2nd Shift Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Performs preventive maintenance such as changing oil, greasing and replacing parts on a scheduled basis * Under supervision, replaces parts and performs minor repairs as necessary * Replaces designated lube fittings and tires utilizing air tools and hand tools * Uses schematics, service manuals and parts lists in setting up and performing repairs * Operate Fuel/Lube Truck to deliver fuel/lube to equipment on site * Performs other duties as required * Performs all duties and activities in a manner that conforms to safety requirements * Maintain work area clean and safe work practices * Takes the initiative to get things done. * Checks, communicate and fill necessary fluids (battery, powering steering, and washer fluid)-replace all caps. * Wear PPE equipment, including safety glasses, when required. * Lubing heavy equipment and driving a lube truck from shop to plant * Learn how to diagnose and repair basic automotive including brakes, alignments, suspensions, cooling and electrical * Change oil and/or transmission fluid and filters * Install and perform tire maintenance * Install batteries, shock absorbents, exhaust systems and check electrical systems * Road test vehicles * Always maintains neat and orderly work areas. * Adheres to all company policies and procedures paying special attention to health and/or safety procedures. * Ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed. Bring problems to the attention of the Safety Team/ Supervisor. Experience: * Hands-on experience with lube, oil, filter, brakes, tire (auto, lt truck, commercial, and farm) preventative maintenance fluid flushes. * Must have experience using a standard/metric wrench and socket set, screwdriver s, hammer, impact gun and sockets, pry bar, alignment toe hooks, air hammer, tape measure, vise grips, torque * Bits wheel bearing socket set, 12-volt test light, and oil filter tools to perform the duties of the GMT position * Must be able to lift 50 Lbs. easily * Lube tech: 2-3 years (Required) * Shop experience is very helpful * Display a high level of workmanship * Be reliable/Punctual What We Offer : * Top-tier Medical, Vision and Dental, Life Benefits * Life & Supplement Life * Company Matched 401K retirement plan * Paid Holidays * Fun Events * Employee Discounts We are located at 1004 MacArthur Blvd. Grand Prairie, TX 75050 Question about the Position? You can contact us at 469-313-2556 EOE/AA - M/F/Vet/Disability Thompson Pipe Group - Pressure is an Equal Opportunity Employer Continue Req#1039 PI122699423

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