Diesel Mechanic

• Night Shifts Available*

General Purpose:

To support the maintenance and repair of milk trucks and trailers ensuring that equipment is available and in optimal operating condition.

Compensation: $27-$35 per hour based on experience/skill

Pay and Benefits:

• Competitive pay based on experience

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• 401k Employer Match

• Life Insurance

• HSA/FSA

• Short Term and Long-Term Disability

• Generous vacation

• Paid Sick Time

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responds to maintenance requests from drivers, safety coordinator, DOT coordinator, shop foreperson, transportation supervisor, and fleet manager.

• Maintains, repairs or replaces brakes; steering mechanisms; springs; air bags; lights; air conditioners; water, fuel, oil, and air filters; coolant and chemicals; transmissions; tire air pressure; tire tread; chassis; brakes; drive lines; u-joints; air tanks; batteries; air lines; power cords; wipers; windshields; mirrors; engines; drive train components or other equipment as necessary.

• Conducts periodic inspections, diagnoses problems, and takes action to bring equipment to optimal operating condition and eliminating unsafe operating conditions.

• Verifies equipment is in compliance with DOT specifications.

• Performs annual vehicle inspection in compliance with state regulations.

• Conducts annual yearly admissions tests in compliance with state regulations.

• Operates arc and mig weld equipment.

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

Education and Experience:

• Must have high school diploma or GED
• At least two years experience as a diesel Class 8 vehicle mechanic
• CDL-A desirable

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be able to read and understand driver inspection reports

• Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

• Must be able to provide and use personal hand tools appropriate for working on heavy equipment

• Must have knowledge and understanding of DOT regulations

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Must be able to lift 75 lbs

• Must be able to pass a physical demands analysis

An Equal Opportunity Employer