Diesel Mechanic

Plastipak Packaging, Inc; Jackson Center (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness Programs

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental &amp

Vision)

EAP

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan with company matching

Paid Time Off

Company Holidays

Dependent Care Flexible Spending

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Plastipak Packaging, Inc. is seeking a Diesel Mechanic for our Jackson Center, Ohio location. You will maintain and repair Class A trucks and trailers, diagnose issues, and perform preventative maintenance to keep our fleet in top condition.

You will work a day shift, Mon-Fri, with start times between 5:00 and 6:00 AM, ensuring safety standards and efficient operations. A tool allowance and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience on heavy-duty trucks and trailers.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical, mechanical and diesel engine problems.
• Basic welding skills (MIG, Oxy/Acetylene) for fabrication and bodywork.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on Class A trucks and trailers.
• Diagnose mechanical problems and complete repairs; rebuild equipment as needed.
• Inspect work for safety and compliance with federal/state codes and company standards.
• Make offsite service calls when required.
• Open and close maintenance garage according to shift schedule.

Skills

Electrical

Mechanical

Diesel engines

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Battery test equipment

Charging system test equipment

MIG welding

Oxy-acetylene welding

Job description

Whiteline Express is growing! We have excellent opportunities for Diesel Mechanics to join our Jackson Center, Ohio team. If you’re an experienced Mechanic looking for a supportive place to call home or a newcomer to the field looking for the training to accelerate your career, Whiteline has so much to offer.Location: Jackson Center, OHShift: Day shift Mon-Fri (flexible start times)Pay: depending on experienceWhat’s in it for You:Great Team: You’re joining a team of highly skilled mechanics who are welcoming and embrace a collaborative, friendly work environment.Job Security: Whiteline Express is an affiliate of Plastipak, a leading manufacturer headquartered in Michigan.Tool Allowance: While, our shop is well-stocked, we provide a tool allowance for you, because we know you have your favorites.What You’ll be doing:Keep our fleet of Class A trucks and trailers operating in top shape. You’ll perform the important preventative maintenance tasks, including removing, cleaning, repairing, reinstalling and adjusting truck and trailer components.Of course, you’ll diagnose mechanical problems, complete repairs and, if needed, rebuild equipment for anything from brakes, transmissions, rear-ends, clutches, electrical components to diesel engines and more.Safety is our priority, and you’ll evaluate completed work and conduct final inspection of equipment prior to release to ensure compliance with federal and state code regulations and our company safety standards.Make service calls offsite, as needed.You’ll work Monday-Friday, with a start time anywhere between 5:00 am – 6:00 am, and wrap up the day between 4:00 pm & 5:30 pm, based on your start time. And, based on your schedule, you may be opening and closing the maintenance garage.What You need to be qualified:High School Diploma, GED or equivalent is preferredMechanic experience working on heavy duty trucks and tractor trailers, with ability to troubleshoot electrical, mechanical and diesel engine problemsAbility to use battery and charging system test equipmentBasic welding skills (Mig, Oxy/Acl) for welding/fabricating bodywork and partsIf you have any ASE Certifications, that’s a plusAs a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following:Wellness ProgramsHealth Insurance Coverage, including Medical, Dental & VisionEAP, Employee Assistance ProgramLife InsuranceAccidental Death & Dismemberment InsuranceDisability Insurance: Short-Term & Long-TermAccidental InsuranceCritical Illness InsuranceHospital Indemnity Insurance401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing featurePaid Time Off - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increasesPaid Company HolidaysDependent Care Flexible Spending AccountCaregiving via Care.comPet InsuranceTuition Assistance ProgramSons and Daughters Scholarship ProgramTravel AssistanceEmployee Discount Programs*Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirementsPlastipak is an Equal Opportunity EmployerIn order to process your job application, Plastipak collects and stores the personal information that you submit via this website. Please refer to Plastipak’s Privacy Policy to understand how Plastipak uses and protects the information that you provide.