Mechanic - Diesel

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)MedicalDentalVision401k Employer MatchLife InsuranceAccidental Death and DismembermentShort Term and Long Term DisabilityGenerous vacationPaid Sick TimeAnd more... EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran