Fleet Mechanic

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.; Lansdale (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero-cost health premiums

Pension program

Sign-on bonus

Annual tool allowance

Career advancement

Paid vacation

Uniforms

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Dairy Farms, a DFA Dairy Brands company located in Lansdale, Pennsylvania, is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Mechanic to join our team. You will perform preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on a fleet of tractors, refrigerated trailers, straight trucks, and transport refrigeration equipment.

We offer competitive starting pay, zero-cost monthly healthcare premiums, a pension program, an annual tool allowance, career advancement opportunities, and a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Mechanical repair and diagnostic experience on heavy-duty vehicles preferred.
• Transport refrigeration experience is a plus.
• Must own and maintain a basic set of personal tools required to perform the job.
• Must be able to pass all required pre-employment screenings, including drug, background, and criminal checks.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance inspections and repairs on fleet vehicles and transport refrigeration equipment.
• Complete routine maintenance, including oil changes, lubrication, electrical repairs, and scheduled services.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair tractors, refrigerated trailers, straight trucks, and refrigeration units.
• Repair and replace components related to engines, transmissions, braking systems, steering systems, differentials, drivelines, suspensions, lighting systems, DEF systems, and exhaust systems.
• Disassemble and inspect equipment to identify worn, damaged, or faulty parts.
• Install, adjust, and test new or repaired components.
• Assist with completing pending vehicle repairs and returning equipment to service.
• Maintain fleet equipment at established safety, reliability, and performance standards.
• Accurately record labor time, parts usage, repairs, and preventative maintenance inspection results.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by management.

Skills

Diagnostic experience

Heavy-duty vehicle maintenance

Transport refrigeration experience (a+

Own basic tools

Safety procedures

Physical ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Fleet Maintenance Mechanic

Overview

Lehigh Valley Dairy Farms, a DFA Dairy Brands company located in Lansdale, Pennsylvania, is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Mechanic to join our team.

In this position, you will perform preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on a fleet of tractors, refrigerated trailers, straight trucks, and transport refrigeration equipment.

We offer competitive starting pay, zero-cost monthly healthcare premiums, a pension program, an annual tool allowance, career advancement opportunities, and a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

Compensation and Incentives

• Competitive starting pay


• Additional hourly premiums available for:
  
  
  
  • Class A CDL
  
  
  • EPA Section 608 refrigeration certification
  
  
  
  


• $1,300 annual tool allowance, with the allowance increasing each year


• $5,000 sign-on bonus , paid in three installments:
  
  
  
  • $1,250 after three months of employment
  
  
  • $1,250 after six months of employment
  
  
  • $2,500 after completing one year of employment
  
  
  
  

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform preventative maintenance inspections and repairs on fleet vehicles and transport refrigeration equipment.


• Complete routine maintenance, including oil changes, lubrication, electrical repairs, and scheduled services.


• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair tractors, refrigerated trailers, straight trucks, and refrigeration units.


• Repair and replace components related to engines, transmissions, braking systems, steering systems, differentials, drivelines, suspensions, lighting systems, DEF systems, and exhaust systems.


• Disassemble and inspect equipment to identify worn, damaged, or faulty parts.


• Install, adjust, and test new or repaired components.


• Assist with completing pending vehicle repairs and returning equipment to service.


• Maintain fleet equipment at established safety, reliability, and performance standards.


• Accurately record labor time, parts usage, repairs, and preventative maintenance inspection results.


• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.


• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Zero-cost monthly healthcare premiums


• Competitive pay


• Paid vacation and holidays*


• Pension program


• Career growth opportunities—we promote from within


• Service recognition and employee rewards*


• Employee referral program


• Company-provided uniforms


• Annual tool allowance that increases each year


• Opportunity to work for and support dairy farm families

*Benefits may vary by company and governing collective bargaining agreements.

* varies by company and governing CBAs

• High school diploma or GED preferred


• Mechanical repair and diagnostic experience on heavy-duty vehicles preferred


• Transport refrigeration experience is a plus


• Must own and maintain a basic set of personal mechanic’s tools required to perform the job


• Must be able to pass all required pre-employment screenings, including drug, background, and criminal checks


• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals


• Ability to stand, walk, kneel, bend, reach, crawl, and sit for extended periods


• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and assist others with heavier components


• Ability to work in dusty and greasy conditions, moderate noise levels, and hot or cold temperatures


• Ability to follow all required safety procedures and work practices


• Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime, weekends, and holidays when required

An Equal Opportunity Employer