Mechanic - Diesel
Company: Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.
Location: Fort Collins
Posted on: January 25, 2023
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Job 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 $26 per hour)MedicalDentalVision401k
Employer MatchLife InsuranceAccidental Death and DismembermentShort
Term and Long Term DisabilityGenerous vacationPaid Sick TimeAnd
more...EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/VeteranRequirements:Required
Minimum Qualifications: Education and Experience Must have high
school diploma or GED At least two years experience as a diesel
Class 8 vehicle mechanic; CDL desirable NecessaryKnowledge, 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. See physical
requirements analysis.
Keywords: Dairy Farmers of America, Inc., Fort Collins , Mechanic - Diesel, Engineering , Fort Collins, Colorado
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