Fleet Mechanic

Garelick Farms is hiring a fleet mechanic for 2nd shift; 12 pm-8:30 pm. Great wages, benefits, PTO and more!

GENERAL PURPOSE

Support the maintenance and repair of trucks and/or trailers ensuring that equipment is available and in optimal operating condition. Work with the assistance of other mechanics or supervisors when performing technical and diagnostic repairs.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform basic vehicle and preventive maintenance, component replacements, and minor repairs

• Maintain, repair, inspect, and/or replace brakes, steering mechanisms, springs, air bags, lights, air conditioners, water, fuel, oil, air filters, coolant and chemicals, transmissions, tire air pressure, tire tread, tires, chassis, drive lines, u-joints, air tanks, batteries, air lines, power cords, wipers, mirrors, drive train components, or other equipment as necessary

• Perform facility maintenance duties

• Use shop management system and other electronic systems available

• Diagnose minor mechanical and electronic problems, using diagnostic computer when applicable

• Identify root cause of "minor" failures/conditions and perform repairs as required

• Interact with drivers to properly determine nature of complaint once assigned a task

• Work in accordance with all federal, state, and corporate compliance guidelines (e.g., safety, DOT)

• Complete work orders and paperwork in a timely and accurate manner, maintaining high quality standards in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOP's)

• Respond to accidents or inoperable vehicles to transport equipment back to shop for repair, if appropriate

• Keep management informed of safety, operator, and equipment observations and concerns

• Assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes, utilizing continuous improvement mindset

• Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area which may include wearing of all required personal protective equipment in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.

• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required