Apprentice Diesel Mechanic

Dayton Freight Lines; Greenwood (IN); On-site; USD 56,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Competitive weekly pay

Laundered uniforms

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid holidays

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

Dayton Freight Lines in Greenwood, Indiana is seeking an Apprentice Diesel Mechanic to perform maintenance services, assist senior technicians, and ensure safety and cleanliness in the work environment.

This role requires a valid driver's license, the ability to pass a drug screen, and fluency in English. The position offers competitive pay at $28.75 per hour, on-the-job training, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid Driver's License.
• Able to pass a drug screen.
• Fluent in English.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance services within standards.
• Assist senior technicians.
• Develop skills in diagnosing and repairing tractor components.
• Maintain safety standards and a clean environment.

Skills

Basic maintenance skills

Ability to assist senior technicians

Diagnostic skills

Ability to maintain safety and cleanliness

Computer skills for EMS system

Job description

Overview

Pay is $28.75 per hour

• On-the- job training, ASE Certification not required
• Stable and growing organization
• Competitive weekly pay
• Overtime after 40 hours
• Quick advancement
• Laundered Uniforms
• Professional, positive and people-centered work environment
• Modern facilities
• Clean, late model equipment
• Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, etc.
• Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days
• 401(k) plan, Company Match

Responsibilities

Apprentice Diesel Mechanics are to perform maintenance services in which the volume and quality of work is within the acceptably measures standards for a Dayton Freight Lines.

• Learns to perform basic maintenance and part replacement procedures by observing, assisting and asking questions
• Assist senior technicians when asked to do so
• Develop skills in the diagnosis and repair of all DFL tractor components
• Learn to effectively and efficiently perform PM inspections and services
• Perform service calls
• Perform other maintenance duties or assignments as necessary
• Be a leading participant in the care and upkeep of the shop, the grounds and all equipment and tools
• Maintain a clean, safe environment that complies to OSHA and company standards
• Proficient in recording all work and labor on a computer in the EMS system
• Work with Parts Department to assure that all necessary material, parts, service supplies and shop supplies are maintained at proper quantity levels
• Works in compliance to EPA and DOT regulations and Company safety requirements
• Continuously improves processes

Qualifications

• Possess a valid Driver's License
• Able to pass a drug screen
• Fluent in English
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Physical Demands

This position requires the ability to perform routine physical tasks associated with equipment maintenance and repair in a Service Center and Shop environment. Duties may include standing, walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, squatting, reaching, lifting, and using hand and power tools, with work performed independently or in team settings as appropriate. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

• On-the- job training, ASE Certification not required
• Stable and growing organization
• Competitive weekly pay
• Overtime after 40 hours
• Quick advancement
• Laundered Uniforms
• Professional, positive and people-centered work environment
• Modern facilities