Entry Level Diesel Mechanic

DFC Company; Rosemount (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Profit sharing

Employee assistance program

Job summary

DFC Company in Rosemount, Minnesota, is seeking a dedicated mechanic to maintain fleet vehicles and construction equipment. The position involves performing preventative maintenance and repairs, ensuring both safety and operational efficiency.

Ideal candidates will have experience with diesel trucks and small engines, along with the ability to manage repairs timely. Comprehensive benefits including health insurance and retirement plans are provided to support employee well-being.

Qualifications

• Prior experience repairing/maintaining fleet vehicles.
• Ability to complete repairs in a timely manner.
• Team player with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Maintain organized shop environment for operations.
• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections on fleet vehicles.
• Manage tool and parts inventory efficiently.

Skills

Repairing/maintaining 1-ton diesel trucks

Diagnosing gas and diesel engines

Computer skills

ERP experience

Job description

Shift and Time: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday (Some Saturdays)

Summary

• Maintain an organized and efficient shop environment to support daily operations and equipment readiness.
• Prioritize and complete work orders in coordination with leadership to ensure deadlines are met.
• Perform preventative maintenance, DOT inspections, and repairs on fleet vehicles and construction equipment.
• Diagnose and repair gas and diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and electrical components on trucks and trailers.
• Mount and balance tires while ensuring equipment is operating safely and efficiently.
• Manage tool and parts inventory to minimize downtime and keep equipment operational.
• Coordinate and communicate repair progress, schedules, and equipment status with management.
• Provide backup support for freight and material deliveries between North Dakota and Minnesota branch locations.
• Assist with yard organization and maintain awareness of equipment, materials, and tool storage locations.
• Participate in ongoing safety, product knowledge, and operational training sessions.
• Support field crews by ensuring vehicles and equipment are reliable, allowing projects to be completed on time and to high-quality standards.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Prior experience repairing/maintaining 1-ton diesel trucks, skid steers, small engines, and trailers. Must be a team player with a positive attitude and the ability to complete repairs in a timely manner. Computer skills required, and ERP experience beneficial.

Physical Requirements

• Required to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift or move up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally required to walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs or ladders, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch
• Work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions

Safety is #1 at DFC

Our expectation is that every employee: 1) strictly follows safety policies, rules, and safe work methods. 2) Promptly corrects or reports safety hazards or unsafe conditions. 3) Promptly reports injuries for diagnosis and treatment. 4) Makes regular suggestions for safety process improvements to support continuous improvement in safety.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) with company match.
• Paid Time Off: Paid vacation days and six company-paid holidays.
• Additional Compensation: Profit sharing or annual bonus plans.
• Other Benefits: Employee assistance program.

EOG-Disabled/Vets.