Welder/Diesel Mechanic

Job Description

Overview:

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"We Haul Wholesome" at Dairy Farmers of America - the leading milk marketing cooperative and dairy food processor within the United States. Our drivers transport raw milk from farm to processing plants. We are passionate about the farmer-owners, the dairy industry, and supplying consumers with safe and nutritious products.

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Pay and Benefits:

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• Competitive pay

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• Medical, Dental, Vision

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• 401k Employer Match

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• Generous vacation (144 hours, 1st Year)

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Schedule: 6AM-2PM

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General Purpose:

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To support the maintenance and repair of milk trucks and trailers ensuring that equipment is available and in optimal operating condition.

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Duties and Responsibilities:

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• Responds to maintenance requests from drivers, safety coordinator, DOT coordinator, supervisors, and fleet manager.

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• 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.

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• Conducts periodic inspections, diagnoses problems, and eliminating unsafe operating conditions.

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• Verifies equipment is in compliance with DOT specifications and state regulations

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• Operates arc and mig weld equipment.

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Education and Experience:

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• Must have high school diploma or GED

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• At least two years experience as a diesel Class 8 vehicle mechanic

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• CDL-A desirable

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Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

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• Must be able to read and understand driver inspection reports

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• Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

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• Must be able to provide and use personal hand tools appropriate for working on heavy equipment

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• Must have knowledge and understanding of DOT regulations

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Physical Demands and Work Environment:

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• Must be able to lift 75 lbs

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• Must be able to pass a physical demands analysis

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An Equal Opportunity Employer