Diesel Mechanic - Irasburg

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

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

On-call premium

Bonuses

401(k) match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a diesel Class 8 vehicle mechanic to maintain and repair trucks and trailers for our dairy transportation fleet in Vermont. This full-time role requires performing DOT-compliant inspections, preventive maintenance, and timely repairs to keep equipment in safe, reliable condition.

Hours are 8 am–5 pm with on-call duties; benefits include vacation, holidays, 401(k) with match, health/dental/vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and on-call premium where

Qualifications

• Must read and understand driver inspection reports.
• Good written and spoken communication skills.
• Must have personal hand tools for heavy equipment work.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations is required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to maintenance requests from drivers and fleet staff.
• Maintain and repair trucks and trailers per DOT specs.
• Perform periodic inspections and diagnose problems.
• Conduct annual vehicle inspections and emissions tests as required.
• Operate arc and MIG weld equipment as needed.
• Other duties as assigned; full-time position.

Skills

Read driver inspection reports

Effective communication

Personal hand tools

DOT regulations knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Two years' experience as a diesel Class 8 vehicle mechanic

Tools

Arc welding

MIG welding

Job description

Pay Range

$27-$33/Hour

Overview

"We Haul Wholesome" at Dairy Farmers of America - the leading milk marketing cooperative and dairy food processor within the United States. Our drivers transport raw milk from farm to processing plants. We are passionate about the farmer-owners, the dairy industry, and supplying consumers with safe and nutritious products.

Pay & Benefits

• Generous vacation (144 hours, 1st Year) and paid holidays
• Competitive pay - On call premium, OT available and eligible for bonuses
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule

• 8 am to 5 pm and on call hours

General Purpose

Perform the majority of truck and/or trailer maintenance and repairs, ensuring that equipment is available and in optimal operating condition, while working under minimal supervision. Work with the assistance of other mechanics or supervisors when performing highly technical or intricate diagnostic repairs.

Job 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

Education and Experience:

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

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be able to read and understand driver inspection reports
• Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Must be able to provide and use personal hand tools appropriate for working on heavy equipment
• Must have knowledge and understanding of DOT regulations

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Must be able to lift 75 lbs.
• Must be able to pass a physical demands analysis

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans