Garage Diesel Technician II

Dot Foods; Buffalo (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Diesel Mechanic to join their team. This role involves performing diagnostics, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance on a fleet of diesel trucks and trailers. You will be responsible for maintaining safety standards, providing breakdown support, and ensuring the shop area is clean and professional. The company prides itself on its family-oriented culture, offering a comprehensive benefits package and a commitment to inclusivity. If you are a dedicated professional looking for a supportive work environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Annual Tool Reimbursement

Full benefits package

Family-friendly work environment

Qualifications

• 2 years of truck maintenance experience or technical school graduate required.
• Experience with EPA regulations and hazardous waste disposal is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance on diesel trucks.
• Maintain the shop area and ensure workplace safety for self and co-workers.

Skills

Truck maintenance

Welding skills

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Diagnostic tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical school graduate

Tools

Manufacturer diagnostic tools

Job description

Location: Liverpool NY Department: Garage Reports To: Garage Manager

Your Role: Responsible for performing diagnostics, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance on our fleet of diesel trucks and/or Refrigerated and dry van trailers. Key duties will include:

• Troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and overhaul brake, HVAC, and major drive line component systems
• Diagnostics and repair of electrical, lighting, and onboard vehicle computer systems
• Provide breakdown support to drivers and other distribution center garage employees
• Perform preventive maintenance procedures utilized to maintain the company fleet of diesel truck and trailer assets per established company procedures
• Accurately documents all work performed
• Maintain the shop area in a clean, safe and professional manner
• Applies lean thinking and tools to eliminate waste in all areas of the position

Role Specifics:

• Schedule: Sun - Wed or Wed – Sat 7:30 am – 6:00 pm, ability to work on-call based upon facility needs
• Work both inside and outside in all weather conditions
• Regular moving and lifting of heavy objects and machinery up to 75 pounds
• Will need to obtain brake inspection certification within 6 months of hire

What Can Dot Offer You?

As a family-owned and -operated company for the past 55 years, Dot Foods has created a strong family culture within the business. As a vital part of that family unit, we want to ensure you feel included and respected for any differing ideas. We appreciate those opinions and count on them to make us successful. In addition to an inclusive working environment, we will provide you with:

• Starting at $26/hour
• Annual Tool Reimbursement
• Full benefits package - including medical, dental, 401k and profit-sharing
• Family-friendly work environment

Safety: This position assumes responsibility for the workplace safety of self and co-workers, and for the safety conditions of the work locations, exercise and promotes safe behaviors and show unyielding support of programs, rules and policies regarding safety.

EOE/AA Employer: Dot believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities. Dot will not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status or other basic classes protected by applicable federal or state law provided they are qualified for employment or for existing positions.

Qualifications

We Need You To Have:

• 2 years truck maintenance experience or technical school graduate
• Sufficient vision and hearing necessary to operate powered equipment safely
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to lift 75 lbs as needed
• History of performing specialized troubleshooting and repairs using manufacturer diagnostic tools
• Welding skills and experience
• Proven success in a safety-sensitive position
• Experience with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and government regulations governing the handling and disposal of hazardous waste