Light/Truck Mechanic
mccarthy buildingSt Louis (MO)
About the role
POSITION SUMMARY:
McCarthy Building Companies is looking for Light Truck and Trailer Technician to join our Solutions Center teams. This role is responsible for inspection, diagnosis, repair, and preventive maintenance of company light-duty trucks, service bodies, small/medium trailers, and related towing equipment. This role supports safe, compliant, and reliable fleet operations to ensure crews, tools, and smaller equipment can be moved efficiently between shops and jobsites. McCarthy proudly offers our craft professionals: Safety-First Mindset Paid Holidays (7) Paid Time Off Medical Dental Vision 401(k) Retirement Professional Development Referral Cash Bonuses! McCarthy's core purpose is to be the Best Builder in America. We value our skilled tradespeople, and we know the abilities you bring to make us a better company. Together, we can build great things RESPONSIBILITIESDiagnose and repair engines, cooling systems, fuel systems, and aftertreatment (where applicable). Maintain and repair brakes (disc/drum, hydraulic), suspension, steering, exhaust, and driveline components. Diagnose and repair electrical and electronic systems: charging/starting, lighting, accessories, trailer connections, upfitter wiring, and CAN bus modules. Service and repair HVAC systems where qualified. Inspect, diagnose, and repair: electric and hydraulic brake systems axles, hubs, bearings, wheels, and tires suspension components (leaf springs, equalizers, hangers) lighting and wiring harnesses, breakaway systems, junction boxes, and plugs Hitches, couplers, jacks, safety chains, and breakaway devices Perform proper bearing service, brake adjustments, and alignments as applicable. Install and maintain service bodies, flatbeds, ladder racks, toolboxes, tow packages, and hitches, liftgates, small cranes, winches, inverters, and power distribution systems as equipped. Perform light welding and fabrication (MIG/stick) for brackets, steps, guards, and light structural repairs. Use scan tools, dealer/OEM software, and service information systems for modern light trucks. Use multimeters, test lights, and basic diagnostic equipment for electrical issues. Use standard shop equipment safely: lifts, jacks, stands, presses, tire machines, balancers, and basic fabrication tools.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Years of experience (preferred): Entry / Level I1-3 years of hands-on experience in automotive/light truck, medium-duty truck, or trailer repair (apprenticeship or strong school experience may qualify). Intermediate / Level II3-5 years of experience as an automotive/light truck or trailer technician with increasing diagnostic responsibility. Senior / Lead 5+ years of direct experience maintaining and repairing light trucks and a full range of trailers; able to mentor junior technicians. Experience in relevant environments such as automotive/light truck repair shops, medium-duty fleet maintenance, trailer and upfitting shops or construction or utility fleet High School diploma or GED Completion of Automotive Technology, Diesel Technology, Light/Medium Truck Technology, or related program from an accredited trade school or community college (preferred) Lift 40-60 lbs routinely; occasionally more with assistance or mechanical aids. Stand, bend, kneel, and reach for extended periods at bench and floor level. Work in shop and yard environments with varying temperature, noise, and dust levels. Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency Exhibit strong work ethic, teamwork, customer service, verbal, and written skills Age 18+ Proof of Identity and Employment Authorization McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. NOTICE TO EXTERNAL SEARCH FIRMS: McCarthy's Talent Acquisition Team is the only authorized representative permitted to engage with external search firms, staffing agencies, or other third-party recruiting partners. McCarthy maintains an Approved Agency List for recruiting partners, which is reviewed and updated annually. McCarthy will only consider submissions from agencies with a signed fee agreement in place for the current year. McCarthy does not accept unsolicited resumes, candidate submissions, or referrals from agencies that do not meet these requirements. If a candidate is submitted without an active agreement, McCarthy will have no obligation to pay any fees and reserves the right to contact, engage, interview, or hire such candidate(s) without any financial or other responsibility to the submitting agency. Unsolicited resumes, including those sent directly to hiring managers or other employees, will be considered the property of McCarthy.
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