Taylor Sudden Service provides exclusive worldwide distribution of genuine Taylor OEM parts and forklift service for equipment designed, manufactured, and marketed by Taylor Machine Works, Inc. Backed by a network of parts and service centers, nationwide dealer support organizations, and factory-trained service technicians, SSI is committed to providing the best parts and service support in the industry. We offer training schools for our service technicians on a regular basis, ensuring the best possible service to Taylor Machine Works' customers. Sudden Service, INC (SSI) is a subsidiary of the Taylor Group of Companies, a third-generation family-owned business based in Louisville, MS since 1927.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Supervises mechanics to ensure projects are effectively completed in a timely and cost-effective manner.
Supervises all preventive maintenance personnel responsible for working on US Pipe Fleet.
Reports information gathered during shift to Shop Foreman and/or next Shift Leaderman, i.e. relays information on repairs needed and parts to be ordered.
Work closely with US Pipe personnel to ensure their equipment issues are addressed.
Inspects automobiles, trucks, and equipment to determine the extent of repairs.
Plans and coordinates large repair projects, estimating time and material needed for work.
Performs repairs on gasoline, diesel, and propane engines as needed.
Serves as contact person for scheduling maintenance and coordinating repairs on customers equipment.
Operates equipment to troubleshoot and test equipment as needed.
Maintains records of all maintenance performed.
Assist with cleaning and maintaining Garage area as needed.
Assists mechanics and performs other duties as directed.
Understands and adheres to all safety standards.
Other related duties as required.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Be knowledgeable with:
The methods, materials, equipment, and tools used in vehicle maintenance and repair.
Various mechanical systems of gasoline and diesel engines.
Various electrical systems of gasoline and diesel engines.
Standard practices, tools, and equipment of the automotive and equipment mechanical trade.
Principles and practices of gasoline and diesel engine repairs and maintenance.
Fabricate and welding ability.
Familiarity with a variety of hand and powered shop tools
Occupational hazards and standard safety procedures.
Must be able to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and communicate clearly and concisely bother verbally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers and others with whom he will have contact.
Work in the absence of supervision and have the ability to supervise mechanics of a lesser level of experience.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Basic understanding of clerical procedures and systems such as recordkeeping and filing.
Ability to work independently.
Education and Experience:
Attendance at a vocational school in auto mechanics and background experience working as an auto mechanic. Sufficient experience may be substituted for vocational school attendance.
Experience with repairs of large trucks and/or forklifts a plus.
Experience as a Lead Mechanic or supervisor would be a plus though not essential.
Benefits:
Medical/Prescription
Dental
Vision
Vacation
10 Holidays
401K
Life Insurance
SSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All Qualified Applicants Will Receive Consideration for Employment Without Regard to Age, Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Disability, National Origin, or Status as a Protected Veteran
Position Requirements Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Position Shop Leaderman Division Sudden Service, Inc Close Date Number of Openings 1 Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt Hiring Manager(s) David Barrett Req Number MAN-24-00034 Open Date 10/28/2024 Location SSI-Cleves About the Organization Backed by over 95 years of experience, The Taylor Group has become a worldwide operation with sales driven by the professional and aggressive activities of a vast domestic dealer sales, direct sales, and international sales organization. TMW designs, engineers, and manufactures more than 100 models of industrial lift equipment with lift capacities from 4,000 lbs. to 125,000 lbs. At the very center of this success has been an unwavering commitment to the key concepts of Faith-Vision-Work by the members of the Taylor family and employees who collectively form The Big Red Team! Taylor Machine Works, Inc. is a subsidiary of the Taylor Group of Companies, a third-generation family-owned business based in Louisville, MS since 1927. This position is currently accepting applications.
