Diesel Mechanic & Welder -SLC

Chestnut Labs; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Employer Match

Generous vacation (144 hours, 1st Year

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America in Salt Lake City is seeking a diesel Class 8 mechanic to maintain and repair trucks and trailers, keeping equipment in peak condition.

You will respond to driver requests, perform extensive repairs, and ensure DOT compliance. Welding experience is required, with a focus on safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Must read and interpret driver inspection reports.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Ability to use personal hand tools for heavy equipment maintenance.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Respond to maintenance requests from drivers, safety DOT coordinators, and fleet manager.
• Repair or replace brakes, steering, springs, tires, engines, and related systems.
• Perform periodic inspections and diagnose issues to prevent unsafe conditions.
• Ensure equipment complies with DOT specs and state rules.
• Operate arc and MIG welding equipment as needed.

Skills

Read driver inspection reports

Effective written and oral comms

Use personal hand tools

DOT regulations knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

2+ years experience as diesel Class 8 mechanic

Tools

Welding

Job description

\"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 and Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• 401k Employer Match
• Generous vacation (144 hours, 1st Year)

Shift:2:00pm - 10:30pm (Tentative Hours)

General Purpose:

To support the maintenance and repair of milk trucks and trailers ensuring that equipment is available and in optimal operating condition.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responds to maintenance requests from drivers, safety coordinator, DOT coordinator, supervisors, and fleet manager.
• Maintains, repairs or replaces brakes; steering mechanisms; springs; air bags; lights; air conditioners; water, fuel, oil, and air filters; coolant and chemicals; transmissions; tire air pressure; tire tread; chassis; brakes; drive lines; u-joints; air tanks; batteries; air lines; power cords; wipers; windshields; mirrors; engines; drive train components or other equipment as necessary.
• Conducts periodic inspections, diagnoses problems, and eliminating unsafe operating conditions.
• Verifies equipment is in compliance with DOT specifications and state regulations
• Must be able to operates arc and mig weld equipment.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Must have high school diploma or GED
• At least two years experience as a diesel Class 8 vehicle mechanic
• Welding Experience required

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

Pay Range

$28-$35

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