Mechanic - Diesel - Jerome, Idaho

Company: Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.
Location: Spirit Lake
Posted on: January 21, 2023

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.Operates arc and mig weld equipment.Pay and Benefits:Competitive pay based on experienceMedicalDentalVision401k 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 GEDAt least two years experience as a diesel Class 8 vehicle mechanicCDL-A desirableNecessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Must be able to read and understand driver inspection reportsMust be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writingMust be able to provide and use personal hand tools appropriate for working on heavy equipmentMust have knowledge and understanding of DOT regulationsPhysical Demands and Work Environment:Must be able to lift 75 lbsMust be able to pass a physical demands analysis

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