Mechanic

Farmer Holding Company; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Job summary

Hedger Operating Company in Jonesboro, AR is seeking a diesel truck technician to repair and maintain diesel engines on heavy trucks and assist with plant repairs. The role requires hands-on work and commitment to safety and quality.

The candidate should have 2+ years of diesel tech experience, be comfortable traveling to other locations, and possess strong reading, dexterity, and tool-use skills. Competitive benefits accompany this full-time position.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as heavy/medium diesel truck technician.
• Willingness to travel to other locations for repairs.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions.
• Manual dexterity and good judgement.
• Experience with powering and hand tools; safe operation.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Inspect equipment for mechanical defects and safety issues and participate in the approval of projects.
• Perform repairs using proper tools and techniques.
• Troubleshoot issues further if necessary.
• Document work performed onsite and submit progress reports.
• Ensure on-time deliveries of work completed.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations at all times.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
• Work overtime when required, ensuring work is completed on time.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.

Skills

Diesel truck technician

Travel readiness

Reading & comprehension

Manual dexterity

Tool operation

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Hedger Operating Company - Jonesboro, AR 72401Position Type: Full Time

Mechanics are responsible for repairing and maintaining diesel engines on heavy trucks according to industry standards and factory specifications, as well as assisting with concrete plant repairs. If you are passionate about your chosen profession and enjoy working with your hands, then we have the career path for your success!

Essential Functions

• Inspect equipment for mechanical defects and safety issues and participate in the approval of those projects
• Perform repairs using proper tools and techniques
• Troubleshoot issues further if necessary
• Document work performed onsite and submit progress reports
• Ensure on-time deliveries of work completed
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations at all times
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment
• Work overtime when required, ensuring work is completed on time
• Comply with all company policies and procedures

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience as heavy/medium diesel truck technician
• Ability to travel to other locations to assist with truck/plant repair
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information
• Manual dexterity and good judgement
• Ability to operate power and hand tools and other equipment safely
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.; maneuver in/out and around/under trucks

This is a full-time, benefits eligible position. We offer competitive wages and great employee benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan, life insurance and short and long-term disability.

EEO/Employer/Vet/Disabled

Hedger Operating Company will give consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.