Mechanic - Diesel
Greeley, CO 
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Posted 18 days ago
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 $25 per hour)
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401k Employer Match
  • Life Insurance
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment
  • Short Term and Long Term Disability
  • Generous vacation
  • Paid Sick Time
  • And more...

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran


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, must possess and maintain a current, valid Driver's License. Necessary Knowledge, 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 and pass a physical requirements analysis.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
2+ years
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