Fleet Mechanic 2

Darling Ingredients Inc.; Honey Brook Township (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Darling Ingredients Inc. in the United States is seeking a Mechanic 2 to keep fleet trucks, trailers, and equipment roadworthy. You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose brakes, and service diesel powertrains to ensure reliability.

This role emphasizes safety, hands-on mechanical work, and adherence to procedures. A high school diploma or GED and vocational training or equivalent experience are required; CDL is prefered but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED with vocational training or 1–3 years related experience.
• Ability to service and diagnose brakes on diesel trucks.
• Basic use of hand-tools required.
• Willingness to work in a safety-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance and repair on fleet trucks/trailers and other equipment.
• Respond to roadside calls for disabled vehicles may be required.
• Interprets repair manuals and work orders for proper repairs.
• Adheres to all safety rules and attends safety meetings.
• Utilizes safety equipment as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Math skills

Computer skills

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational training

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Hand tools

Job description

We're one of the world's leading practitioners of circularity, transforming materials from the animal agriculture and food industries into valuable ingredients. Ingredients that nourish people, feed animals and crops, and fuel the world with renewable energy.

The Mechanic 2 is responsible for keeping all vehicles in the fleet roadworthy and ready for service when needed.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Performs all preventive maintenance and repair work necessary on fleet trucks/ trailers and other company equipment. Responsible for general day-to-day operation of vehicle maintenance and repair of all company trucks/trailers and other company equipment. Maintains clean environment.
• May be required to answer roadside calls for disabled vehicles.
• Interprets repair manuals and work orders as to properly repair the equipment.
• Responsible for being familiar with and observing all company safety rules and regulations; recognizes that safety is top company priority; attends regularly scheduled safety meetings.
• Required to use all safety equipment as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Vocational training plus one (1) year of related work experience OR three (3) years of related work experience required.
• Ability to service and diagnose brakes.
• Ability to service and diagnose diesel trucks, (tractor/trailers) and power-train mechanics.
• Basic use of hand-tools required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Vocational training preferred.
• Detail oriented; highly organized.
• CDL preferred, not required
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Self-starter; self-motivated.
• Good math and computer skills.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Frequently exposed to high noise levels, strong odors, varying temperatures, and biohazardous conditions.
• Requires prolonged sitting and movement throughout office/work locations, as well as occasional use of computers and office equipment.
• Must frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb or balance.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and identify potential workplace hazards.
• Requires the ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 100lbs.

Darling Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military service, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local law. Know Your Rights: If you would like more information, please click on the link and paste into your browser: https://www.eeoc.gov/poster of this job.