Garage Mechanic

Bimbo Bakeries USA; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plan

Job summary

Bimbo Bakeries USA is seeking a Garage Mechanic to perform service work, troubleshoot, diagnose, and conduct DOT/state inspections for route trucks and semi-trailers in the shop, with occasional road calls.

Candidates must have 3 years of light/medium truck repair, be at least 21, pass DOT physical and road test, and be able to lift 50 lbs; nights, weekends, and holidays may be required. Starting pay is $28.75/hr.

Qualifications

• 3 years of light/medium duty truck repair experience.
• Minimum age 21 years.
• Pass DOT Physical and DOT Road Test.
• Be able to obtain a chauffeur license for locations in IN, MI, or TN.
• Capable of lifting, pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs.
• Work 8+ hour shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to stand, stoop, stack, or carry goods for prolonged periods.
• Read and speak English sufficiently for official communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform all mechanical repairs needed to all types of vehicles/equipment.
• Ensure all vehicles/equipment are ready to safely operate.
• Inspect trucks to verify that there are no DOT infractions and repair as required.
• Provide preventive maintenance, repairs, and federal inspections of fleet trucks.
• Make service calls in a timely manner.

Skills

English proficiency

DOT regulations knowledge

Physical stamina

Job description

Position Overview

The Garage Mechanic is responsible for performing service work, troubleshooting, diagnostics, and DOT/State inspections within the shop for route trucks and semi-trailers. The role includes road call work as needed and ensures that all work assignments are completed while providing feedback to the Lead/Shop Foreman on work issues.

Responsibilities

• Perform all mechanical repairs needed to all types of vehicles/equipment.
• Ensure all vehicles/equipment are ready to safely operate.
• Inspect trucks to verify that there are no DOT infractions and repair as required.
• Provide preventive maintenance, repairs, and federal inspections of fleet trucks.
• Make service calls in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• 3 years of light/medium duty truck repair experience.
• Minimum age 21 years.
• Pass DOT Physical and DOT Road Test.
• Be able to obtain a chauffeur license for locations in IN, MI, or TN.
• Capable of lifting, pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs.
• Work 8+ hour shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to stand, stoop, stack, or carry goods for prolonged periods.
• Read and speak English sufficiently for official communication.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Retirement plan

Work Schedule

Shift: Varies; Sundays and Mondays off. Requires 8+ hour shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Compensation

Starting pay: $28.75/hr.

EEO Statement

Bimbo Bakeries USA is an equal opportunity employer with a policy that provides equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, any other classification protected by law. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.