Diesel Mechanic - Heavy-Duty Tech with OT & 401(k)

Dairy-Farmers-of-America,-Inc.; Irasburg (VT); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & holidays

On-call OT pay

Company 401(k)

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a diesel Class 8 vehicle mechanic to maintain and repair trucks and trailers in Vermont. You will respond to maintenance requests, perform inspections, and ensure DOT compliance while working with a team under minimal supervision.

This full-time role offers on-call hours, overtime opportunities, and competitive pay. Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and at least two years of diesel mechanic experience.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• At least two years' experience as a diesel Class 8 vehicle mechanic.

Responsibilities

• Responds to maintenance requests from drivers, safety coordinator, DOT coordinator, lead mechanic, transportation supervisor, and fleet manager.
• Maintains and repairs trucks and trailers to be in proper operating condition according to DOT specifications.
• Conducts periodic inspections, diagnoses problems, and eliminating unsafe operating conditions.
• Performs annual vehicle inspection and admissions tests in compliance with state regulations.
• Operates arc and mig weld equipment.
• Other duties as assigned
• This is a full-time position

Skills

Read driver inspection reports

Effective communication

Hand tools for heavy equipment

DOT regulations knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Two years' experience as a diesel Class 8 vehicle mechanic

Job description

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a diesel Class 8 vehicle mechanic to maintain and repair trucks and trailers in Vermont. You will respond to maintenance requests, perform inspections, and ensure DOT compliance while working with a team under minimal supervision.

This full-time role offers on-call hours, overtime opportunities, and competitive pay. Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and at least two years of diesel mechanic experience.