Darling International

Imagine a more stable Mechanic career working on a specialized fleet of trucks with an industry leading, essential manufacturer.. Darling Ingredients is looking for a Fleet Mechanic to join our Des Moines, IA team.. At least 2 years of automotive or tractor/trailer mechanical experience.. Reviews driver vehicle inspection reports.. Darling Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or, protected veteran status.

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Imagine a more stable Mechanic career working on a specialized fleet of trucks with an industry leading, essential manufacturer. Take advantage of this 1 st shift opportunity where you will earn excellent compensation (up to $75,000 in your first year!) and benefits package while advancing your technical skills. No fleet specific experience required! Oil and lube techs are encouraged to apply. Grow your skillset with Darling! Darling Ingredients is looking for a Fleet Mechanic to join our Des Moines, IA team. This is a pivotal role where you will be responsible for repairing company fleet to meet DOT standards and to be dependable on public highways and performing preventative maintenance service on company fleet to minimize down time. As a member of the team, you can expect: <ul> <li> Competitive pay - Starting entry level pay ranging between $27.23 - $30.23/hr. With 5-10 hours per week of built in overtime, you can earn $75,000 or more in your first year! </li> <li> Great Benefits - medical, dental, vision, profit sharing, paid time off </li> <li> Guaranteed contribution to your 401(k) account </li> <li> Desirable schedule - Enjoy working a dayshift Monday - Friday schedule! </li> <li> Variety - Work on different trucks every day, and never have a dull moment! </li> <li> Advancement opportunities - We are always looking for key players motivated to move up into higher level roles, both in the Des Moines region and around the country! </li> <li> All uniforms, boots, and PPE provided. </li> </ul> Minimum requirements: <ul> <li> At least 2 years of automotive or tractor/trailer mechanical experience. </li> <li> At least 1 year of electrical troubleshooting experience </li> <li> Your own basic tools. </li> </ul> Preferred qualifications: <ul> <li> CDL license is highly preferred, but not required. Darling will reimburse CDL training for the right candidate! </li> </ul> Essential duties/responsibilities: Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. <ul> <li> Performs all preventive maintenance and repair work necessary on fleet vehicles. </li> <li> Reviews driver vehicle inspection reports. </li> <li> Responsible for being familiar with and observing all company safety rules and regulations; recognizes that safety is top company priority; attends regularly scheduled safety meetings. </li> <li> Must have a good understanding of hydraulic systems. </li> <li> Sweeps, cleans, organizes shop using 5S principles. </li> <li> Maybe required to answer roadside calls for disabled vehicles. </li> <li> All other duties as assigned. </li> </ul> Darling Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or, protected veteran status. Know Your Rights: If you would like more information, please click on the link or paste into your browser: https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal

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