Diesel Mechanic

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Maintains heavy equipment, tractor-trailers and vehicles by completing inspections and preventive maintenance requirements, correcting vehicle deficiencies, making adjustments and alignments and keeping records.

• POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES :
• Must present a neat and professional appearance.
• Ensures a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task.
• Perform daily pre-shift safety inspection and maintenance of equipment.
• Operate loader to load customer trucks, haul trucks, material bins, etc.
• Assist with plant maintenance.
• Ensure heavy equipment is safely and securely stored.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• MINIMUM REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE :
• Must be qualified to do DOT inspections and have at least 2 years of hands-on experience with diesel engine experience
• At least 2 years of experience with the following diagnostic experience : diesel emissions aftertreatment systems, electrical, air conditioning, powertrain
• At least 2 years of experience with the following welding experience : stick welding, wire welding
• Must have the following certifications : brakes, air conditioning
• Must be able to read and understand English.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be able to successfully pass an extensive drug screening (includes urine, hair and breath alcohol testing).
• Must be willing to submit to a criminal background screening.
• Must be in good physical condition, able to lift 50lbs and stand for long periods of time, etc.
• Must be willing to work shift and / or overtime overs during the week, including after dark and / or weekends and holidays as dictated by operations.
• Must be able to follow instructions, take direction well and be able to adapt to changes in the operation.
• Must be a strong team player willing to help out wherever necessary and have a "can do" attitude.
• Must have a strong work ethic and be able to remain busy the entire day, looking for new tasks or where else to help when your tasks are completed.
• Must be able to work well in a high volume, fast-paced environment with strict deadlines.
• PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE :
• Experience as a diesel engine mechanic with both tractor-trailers and heavy equipment
• At least 5 years of electrical diagnostic experience
• At least 5 years of air conditioning diagnostic experience
• At least 5 years of powertrain diagnostic experience
• At least 5 years of stick welding experience
• At least 5 years of wire welding experience
• Experience with PTO hydraulic systems and live walking floor trailers
• Experience with Kenworth, Peterbuilt, Ford and Sterling brand commercial vehicles
• BENEFITS :
• MANY opportunities for overtime for those who seek it!
• 6 Paid Holidays!
• Paid Time Off available!
• FREE Life Insurance!
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with STRONG match!
• Medical, Dental and Vision offered!
• Family-oriented positive culture, ideal for those looking for a long-term career!
• Opportunity for growth!

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $28.00 - $34.00 per hour

Benefits :
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location : In person