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Diesel Mechanic - Nights

Diesel Mechanic - Nights

Dairy Farmers of AmericaHenderson, CO
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Description

General Purpose : To support the maintenance and repair of milk trucks and trailers ensuring that equipment is available and in optimal operating condition. 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.
  • Responds to accidents or inoperable vehicles utilizing tow truck to transport equipment back to garage for repair.
  • Operates arc and mig weld equipment.

Pay and Benefits :

  • Competitive pay based on experience (Minimum $25 per hour)
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401k Employer Match
  • Life Insurance
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment
  • Short Term and Long Term Disability
  • Generous vacation
  • Paid Sick Time
  • And more...

    • Requirements

    Education and Experience :

  • Must have high school diploma or GED
  • At least two years experience as a diesel Class 8 vehicle mechanic
  • CDL desirable, must possess and maintain a current, valid Driver's License.

    • 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 and pass a physical requirements analysis.

    • EEO / AA / Female / Minority / Disabled / Veteran

    An Equal Opportunity Employer

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