FLEET MECHANIC I-BLAIR

Dollar General; Blair (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking a diesel truck and trailer mechanic to ensure all fleet equipment meets safety and regulatory standards. You will diagnose, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on tractors, trailers, and yard equipment, while adhering to safety policies and maintaining an orderly work area.

The role requires experience with air brake, hydraulic, and electrical systems, with welding and fabrication experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to work unsupervised, make decisions as needed.
• Effective communicator and team player.
• Heavy diesel truck and trailer mechanic skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair truck, trailer components such as doors, floors, side panels, electrical and air brake systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on tractor and trailer equipment including routine technical repairs and completing repair orders.
• Perform maintenance repairs to maximize safety and reliability on fleet vehicles including tractors, trailers, lift-gates, and company-owned equipment.
• Abide by all company policies and safety rules and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Assist drivers with addressing outstanding vehicle issues.
• Maintain repairs for class 8 trucks, trailers and yard tractors.
• Safely operate gauges, forklifts, shunt truck, torches, grinders, and various hand and power tools.
• Performs DOT inspections and compliancy.

Skills

Unsupervised work

Communication

Heavy diesel mech skills

Tools

Forklifts

Shunt truck

Torch

Grinders

Hand and power tools

Job description

Job Description

Ensures all trucks, trailers and yard tractors are in working order and are compliant to federal standards.

Duties and Essential Job Functions

• Diagnose and repair truck, trailer components such as doors, floors, side panels, electrical and air brake systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance (PMs) on tractor and trailer equipment including routine technical repairs and completing repair orders.
• Perform maintenance repairs as required to maximize safety and reliability on all fleet vehicles including tractors, trailers, lift-gates, and any company-owned equipment.
• Abide by all Company policies and safety rules and assist in maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
• Assist drivers with addressing outstanding vehicle issues.
• Maintains repairs for class 8 trucks, trailers and yard tractors.
• Safely operates gauges, forklifts, shunt truck, torches, grinders, and various hand and power tools.
• Performs DOT inspections and compliancy.

Job Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Ability to work unsupervised, make decisions as needed
• Effective communicator and team player
• Heavy diesel truck and trailer mechanic skills WORK EXPERIENCE
• Experience working with air brake, hydraulic and electrical systems.

Prior welding and fabrication experience preferred. Tire repair experience (repair, mounting, dismounting) preferred.

Working Conditions

• Conducts some repairs in odd positions and/or confined or close spaces
• Work is performed under changing climatic conditions of extreme heat and cold
• Walking long distances; sitting or standing for long periods of time
• Bending, stooping, squatting, or kneeling on a repetitious basis
• Fast-paced environment
• Exposure to noise and heights Dollar General is an equal opportunity employer.

Dollar General is an equal opportunity employer.

About Us

Work Where You Matter

At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient Store locations, Distribution Centers, Store Support Center or with our Private Fleet Team, we are proud to provide a wide range of career opportunities. We are not just a retail company; we are a company that values the unique strengths and perspectives that each individual brings. Your difference truly makes a difference at Dollar General.

Company Overview

Dollar General Corporation has been delivering value to shoppers for more than 80 years. Dollar General helps shoppers Save time. Save money. Every day. by offering products that are frequently used and replenished, such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares and seasonal items at everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations. Learn more about Dollar General at www.dollargeneral.com/about-us.html.