Diesel Fleet Mechanic

Fleet Maintenance MechanicMeadow Gold has immediate job openings for a skilled Fleet Maintenance Mechanic to perform routine maintenance and repair services on different types of fleet vehicles under DOT and company regulations. In this role, the person will also perform preventive fleet maintenance and diagnose mechanical and electronic problems using diagnostic systems to identify root causes of fluctuating failures/conditions.Meadow Gold is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands.Our Mechanics for This Position Can Make:$31.24 per hr.Schedule: Shift: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:30pmBenefits:Union pension planCompetitive payPaid Sick LeaveCareer growth opportunities we promote from within!Comprehensive healthcare benefitsJob Duties and ResponsibilitiesPerform basic vehicle and preventive maintenance, component replacements, and minor repairsMaintain, repair, inspect, and/or replace brakes, steering mechanisms, springs, air bags, lights, air conditioners, water, fuel, oil, air filters, coolant and chemicals, transmissions, tire air pressure, tire tread, tires, chassis, drive lines, u-joints, air tanks, batteries, air lines, power cords, wipers, mirrors, drive train components, or other equipment as necessaryPerform facility maintenance dutiesUse shop management system and other electronic systems availableDiagnose minor mechanical and electronic problems, using diagnostic computer when applicableIdentify root cause of "minor" failures/conditions and perform repairs as requiredInteract with drivers to properly determine nature of complaint once assigned a taskWork in accordance with all federal, state, and corporate compliance guidelines (e.g., safety, DOT)Complete work orders and paperwork in a timely and accurate manner, maintaining high quality standards in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOP's)Respond to accidents or inoperable vehicles to transport equipment back to shop for repair, if appropriateKeep management informed of safety, operator, and equipment observations and concernsAssist in identifying opportunities to improve processes, utilizing continuous improvement mindsetMaintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area which may include wearing of all required personal protective equipment in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as requiredvaries by company and governing CBAs