Embarking on a mechanical trade career in Amarillo, TX, often begins with an apprenticeship that blends practical experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to gain skills while earning. Apprenticeships typically last three to four years, involving extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 41,000 mechanical trade professionals nationwide, with wages in Amarillo averaging around $750 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like HireLevel facilitate apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with substantial earning potential—often exceeding $50,000 annually for experienced professionals.
Description: Looking for an opportunity to work with heavy duty diesel trucks, trailers, and buses in a growing company? Consider a career as a Mechanical Technician with LubeZone, Inc., a national provider of on-highway lubrication and preventative maintenance services for the trucking industry. We are looking for people who want to get their hands dirty! Mechanical Technicians are responsible for all Mechanical and Repair operations conducted on his/her assigned shift for LubeZone customers. Must be experienced with tractor trailer PM's as well as Diesel/ Trailer mechanic repair work on Tractor-Trailers. Work will include: • Service trucks, trailers and buses with mechanical, lubrication, preventive maintenance, inspections and oil change services needed. • Maintain the shop area, including bays, equipment and tools to provide a safe and clean work environment • Assist with directing vehicles in/out of servicing bays and ensure use of chock blocks. • Ensure oil and grease procedures are conducted safely and properly in accordance with the flow charts specific to each service. • Present customers with our sales processes through an informative sales approach which includes informing the customer of all items whether in need of additional service or not. (CTO and CCO). Provide proper quotes. • Make sure that the oil dipstick has been verified before directing any customer to start their vehicle. • Properly complete all work order entries during and at the end of each service. • Ensure 100% accurate completion of fleet services specific to each company’s fleet procedure. • Assist with customer concerns and customer service issues for both owner operators and fleet business. • Report safety incidents/accidents to Store Management. • Conduct preventive maintenance on store equipment. • Make sure shelves are properly stocked. • Make sure all cores and used parts are disposed of properly. • During slow times will assist with work on Lube Services. • Complete any additional job duties assigned by the management staff. Requirements: DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: • Must Have: 2+ years’ experience with semi-tractor oil, lubrication, and tire requirements. • Displayed evidence of good mechanical skills and judgment. • Ability to work un-supervised. Self-Starter. • Ability to communicate clearly to management. • Capable of performing inspections to FMCSA standards. • Ability to stand, bend or kneel for long periods of time. • Able to work various shift schedules. • Good customer communication and service skills. • Ability to communicate with customers in an informative sales approach. • Knowledge of OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Standards/Regulations) • Strong work ethic. • Dependable. • Able to take accountability for work. • Must have or be able to secure Texas Commercial Inspector Certification • ASE Certification preferred • Ability to lift 50 lbs. without assistance. • Computer Skills Working Knowledge of: • Air Brakes • A/C Systems • Electrical • Tires • Minor Engine Repair • PM Services • Diagnostic Equipment
See More Details >>What You'll Do As a design engineer, the candidate will be responsible for developing high quality, detailed design packages, providing engineering procurement and field technical support to implement those designs, and providing expertise for troubleshooting and technical assessments of plant systems. Design involves the preparation of conceptual engineering deliverables such as cost-estimating bills of material and man-hour estimates, statements of work, design criteria, and title II engineering deliverables including preparation of calculations and analyses, construction specifications & drawings, and equipment specifications. Candidate must effectively and cooperatively work as a team member of an integrated project team, or as a technical lead for a multi-discipline task and will routinely provide input to system engineers and other plant customers. Design engineer will routinely perform walkdowns in the existing plant facilities in order to generate design documents and provide field support to craft personnel. The mechanical piping/HVAC engineer shall be responsible for interpreting, organizing, and executing assignments and engineering design for process piping, utility piping systems, HEPA filtration, exhaust systems, dehumidification, and air conditioning in support of nuclear and non-nuclear projects at Pantex. A strong candidate for the piping/HVAC Engineer position should have experience with design in systems such as potable water and fire-protection supply systems, gases, acid and caustic fluids, brines, cryogenics, steam and condensate, hot and chilled water systems, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, and vacuum systems as well as design of duct systems, ventilation/exhaust systems, and the basic installation of mechanical HVAC equipment. Additional experience in performing computer hydraulic (steady-state and transient) analysis, computer pipe stress analysis, and support selection/design is desired. What You Can Expect • Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security • Top-notch, dedicated colleagues • Generous pay and benefits with a stable organization • Career advancement and professional development programs • Work-life balance fostered through flexible work options and wellness initiatives Minimum Job Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in engineering/science/information technology discipline with a minimum 3.0/4.0 cumulative GPA • Or a Master’s degree in engineering/science/information technology discipline with a minimum 3.3/4.0 cumulative GPA • Or a PhD in engineering/science/information technology discipline with a minimum 3.5/4.0 cumulative GPA • There is a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) requirement up to 4 years post-graduation at time of offer and confirmed by transcript • Beyond four years from graduation, engineering experience will supersede GPA as a requirement for hire • In addition, the applicant must meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2 (i.e., Baccalaureate in engineering or related science, 2 years job-related and at least 1 year nuclear experience, or a DOE O 426.2 alternative) • DOE 426.2 experience requirements can be satisfied following employment • In the interim, newly hired personnel will not be assigned duties that could impact the safety basis of nuclear facilities (Ref. DOE O 426.2) Preferred Job Requirements • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from an Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited program in the United States or designated equivalents from Canada or Mexico, the Washington Accord, or the list of substantially equivalent as documented by ABET • A Professional Engineering License (PE) is preferred • Knowledgeable in respective technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques • Demonstrated technical capabilities, leadership, and work ethic • Ability to work in a project team environment and communicate well with other disciplines, customers, and stakeholders • Ability to follow procedures and work within a rigorous work process • Ability to estimate, plan, and track progress for preparation of discipline deliverables • Good written and oral communications skills • Capable of handling classified information Why Pantex? You get #morethanajob. We encourage employees to achieve a healthy personal balance among home, work and the community. One of the ways we embrace work-life balance is by offering flexible work arrangements that provide alternatives to the traditional workweek, while still meeting business needs. Top talent and personal commitment mean more to our success than any other factors, so we reward our people with the kinds of benefits that make a positive difference in the quality of their lives. Benefits such as: medical plan, prescription drug plan, vision plan, dental plan, employer matched 401(k) savings plan, disability coverage, education reimbursement and many more. Want to stay healthy and fit but hate the cost of a gym membership? Take advantage of one of our onsite workout facilities and eat healthy in our onsite cafeterias. Much more than a workplace, at Pantex, you can build a career that lasts a lifetime. Notes The minimum education and experience for the lowest career level in the job posting range are listed under Minimum Job Requirements. Successful candidates hired into a higher career level than the minimum in the range must meet the requirements listed in the job leveling charts for the career level into which they are being hired. If a range of Career Levels is posted, i.e., Senior Associate to Senior Specialist, internal applicants already in one of the Career Levels would come across at their current Career Level. Internal applicants currently in a lower level Career Level would move to the lowest posted Career Level. Requires a Q clearance; however all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required. Position may require entry into Materials Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (HRP). If HRP is required, candidate must complete a counterintelligence-scope polygraph, pursuant to 10CFR 709. Medical requirements may apply. Pantex is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification. Pantex is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, disability or veteran status.
See More Details >>Delan Associates, Inc. is seeking qualified candidates for a Principal Process / Mechanical Engineer opportunity to support an Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) project. Location: Arnold AFB – Amarillo, TX Job Title: Principal Process / Mechanical Engineer Responsibilities: • Provide technical direction to assigned engineers • Conduct construction document reviews as required • Plan, organize, and coordinate process/mechanical engineering and multi-disciplined team/design projects while engaged in the planning, design and construction phases of engineering projects including project startup • Prepare and review calculations and specifications relating to P&ID development. • Demonstrate design experience in areas such as, but not limited to mechanical systems and equipment design • Generate and review the accuracy of design/evaluation calculations, and specifications • Familiarity with computer aided drafting applications is required Basic Job Requirements • Must be a U.S. Citizen. • Bachelor of Science in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 15 years' experience (nuclear preferred) in design, estimating, specification preparation, construction document preparation, and related phases of engineering • Must have a working knowledge of Federal (including Department of Energy Orders), State, and Local codes and standards applicable to mechanical engineering design • Professional Engineer License preferred but not required
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