Diesel Mechanic - Farmersville

Dairy Farmers of America • Town of Farmersville, NY

21h

About The Position

General Purpose: Support the maintenance and repair of milk trucks and trailers ensuring that equipment is available and in optimal operating condition. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Respond to maintenance requests from drivers, EHS/DOT Manger, shop foreperson, transportation supervisor, and fleet manager Comply with all State, Federal and DFA EHS/DOT policies and procedures Maintain, repair inspect and/or replace 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 Conduct periodic inspections, diagnose problems, and take action to bring equipment to optimal operating condition and eliminate unsafe operating conditions Verify equipment complies with DOT specifications Perform annual vehicle inspection in compliance with state regulations Conduct annual yearly tests in compliance with state regulations Respond to accidents or inoperable vehicles to transport equipment back to garage for repair Operates arc and tig welding equipment 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 This is a full-time position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• At least two years' experience as a diesel Class 8 vehicle mechanic
• 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

Nice To Haves

• CDL desirable

Responsibilities

• Respond to maintenance requests from drivers, EHS/DOT Manger, shop foreperson, transportation supervisor, and fleet manager
• Comply with all State, Federal and DFA EHS/DOT policies and procedures
• Maintain, repair inspect and/or replace 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
• Conduct periodic inspections, diagnose problems, and take action to bring equipment to optimal operating condition and eliminate unsafe operating conditions
• Verify equipment complies with DOT specifications
• Perform annual vehicle inspection in compliance with state regulations
• Conduct annual yearly tests in compliance with state regulations
• Respond to accidents or inoperable vehicles to transport equipment back to garage for repair
• Operates arc and tig welding equipment

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Eligible for Quarterly bonuses
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k Employer Match
• Generous vacation
• We are proud to offer access to your wages on-demand, no need to wait for pay day!
• And more...

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees