Night-Shift Diesel Mechanic | CDL/DOT, 401k, Vacation

Empire Livestock LLC.; Greeley (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Employer Match

Generous vacation

Competitive pay and shift differential

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to service and repair trucks and trailers, ensuring DOT compliance and safe operation. This role supports a night shift with 2PM–12:30AM schedule and potential overtime, working under minimal supervision with team assistance for technical tasks.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of mechanic experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and relevant certifications or licenses (CDL/Mechanic).

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2–4 years of mechanic, maintenance, or related experience.
• Certification or license – Mechanic certification, CDL license, or other relevant certifications or licenses may be required. Must have a valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Responds to maintenance requests from drivers, safety coordinator, DOT coordinator, shop foreperson, transportation supervisor, and fleet manager.
• Maintains and repairs trucks and trailers to be in proper operating condition according to DOT specifications.
• Conducts periodic inspections, diagnoses problems, and eliminating unsafe operating conditions.
• Performs annual vehicle inspection and admissions tests in compliance with state regulations.
• Operates arc and mig weld equipment.

Skills

Read driver inspection reports

Effective communication

Personal hand tools

DOT regulations knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

2–4 years mechanic/maintenance experience

Mechanic certification or CDL license (required/may be required)

Tools

Arc welding

MIG welding

Heavy equipment hand tools

Job description

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to service and repair trucks and trailers, ensuring DOT compliance and safe operation. This role supports a night shift with 2PM–12:30AM schedule and potential overtime, working under minimal supervision with team assistance for technical tasks.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of mechanic experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and relevant certifications or licenses (CDL/Mechanic).