Diesel/Garage Mechanic Sign-On Bonus $1,000

Case Farms, Inc.•Morganton, NC

About The Position

The Diesel/Garage Mechanic performs maintenance and repair work on various rolling stock and equipment. The role includes completing pre-trips, associated paperwork, and safely moving equipment around the lot and garage. The mechanic adjusts brakes and clutches to FMCSA standards, performs Category C tasks, replaces clutches, conducts preventive maintenance, repairs hydraulics and hoses, performs basic welding, and replaces equipment components. Assignments are completed with minimal direction from a supervisor, along with other duties as assigned. The position requires following applicable Department of Transportation, state, and federal laws, as well as company safety policies and programs. The mechanic must follow workplace safety procedures, including PPE, reporting unsafe conditions, Lockout Tagout, and process safety management requirements. Physical demands include occasional outdoor work in inclement weather, lifting up to 75 pounds, working around animal odors and noise above 85 decibels, and remaining stationary or on one's feet for an entire shift. Work may involve nights, weekends, holidays, and long shifts.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Must have a valid driver’s license; an MVR check is a condition of employment.
Must be willing and able to work overtime as required.
Demonstrate excellent attendance and punctuality.
Have excellent communication skills.
Ability to work with Onsite software.
In-depth knowledge of fleet maintenance operations or transferable skills from similar industries.
Ability to provide own tools.
Follow workplace safety rules and applicable transportation, state, federal, and company safety requirements.

Nice To Haves

ASC Certification preferred.
Diesel Certification preferred.
Two years of garage or diesel mechanic experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform basic pre-trips on various rolling stock.
Complete paperwork associated with assigned jobs, including work orders and charging out parts.
Safely drive various equipment on the lot or into the garage work area.
Adjust brakes and clutches to FMCSA standards.
Perform all Category C tasks.
Replace clutches, perform preventive maintenance on all equipment, and make or repair hydraulics and hoses.
Complete work assignments with minimal direction from the supervisor.
Perform basic welding and replace a variety of equipment components.
Follow Department of Transportation, state, and federal laws, and company safety policies and programs.
Follow workplace safety rules, including PPE requirements, preventing and reporting unsafe acts and conditions, Lockout Tagout procedures, and process safety management matters.
Perform other duties as assigned.