Diesel Mechanic

Prestage is seeking experienced Diesel Mechanics to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for performing routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairing diesel engines and other mechanical components in our fleet of vehicles and equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Perform regular maintenance and inspections on diesel engines and other mechanical components.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical issues in diesel engines, transmissions, brakes, and other systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks such as changing oil, filters, and spark plugs.
• Use diagnostic tools and equipment to identify and resolve issues.
• Ensure all repairs and maintenance tasks are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs, inspections, and maintenance tasks.
• Adhere to company safety procedures and guidelines.

Requirements

Requirements:

• Prior experience as a Diesel Mechanic.
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines and mechanical systems.
• Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical issues efficiently.
• Experience with diagnostic tools and equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Benefits

• Insurance coverage will begin on the first day of the month after you have been employed for 60 days. Effective June 1, 2022, premiums will be based on the Health Care Plan that you choose. The cost will be as follows:

Weekly Premiums for:

12.00 CDHP

35.00 Traditional

Employee & Spouse

31.00 CDHP

90.00 Traditional

Employee & Child(ren)

24.00 CDHP

70.00 Traditional

Family

36.00 CDHP

105.00 Traditional

• Your cost for Group Dental Insurance is currently $4.90 per week for single coverage or $15.36 per week for family coverage. Both the Health and Dental Insurances are pre-tax. The company pays the balance of the insurance premiums.
• Your cost for Group Vision Insurance is currently $1.77 per week for single coverage or $3.81 per week for family coverage.

• Life insurance coverage will begin on the first day of the month after you have been employed for 60 days. The amount of the policy is $15,000.00. The company pays 100% of the life insurance policy.

• Principal in the form of a letter will offer you the opportunity to join the 401K retirement plan on or around your anniversary date. The maximum you can contribute is 50% of your gross salary. The company will match 100% of the first 2% you contribute.

• The vacation year is defined as your anniversary year. Vacation days are taken after each year(s) anniversary award date with the following schedule:

Employment Anniversary Amount of vacation

One and 2 years One week

Three to nine years Two weeks

Ten or more years Three weeks

• Prestage Farms MS, Inc. grants seven holidays per year. They are: New Year’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. You must be employed 60 days to get paid for a holiday. If you are required to work on a holiday after the 60-day probationary period you will receive both the holiday pay and pay for the hours you worked.
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development