Senior Refrigeration & Fleet Mechanic (Sign-On Bonus)

Empire Livestock LLC.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Oak Farms Dairy, a DFA Company, is seeking a Sr. Refrigeration Mechanic to join their team and enjoy a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

The role involves performing the majority of truck and trailer maintenance and repairs with minimal support, while coordinating with other mechanics or supervisors for highly technical diagnostics. You will diagnose mechanical and electronic problems using diagnostic tools, identify root causes, and ensure compliance with safety, DOT, and SOP standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 to 4 years of mechanic, maintenance, or related experience
• Certification and/or License – Mechanic certification, CDL license, refrigeration license, or other relevant certifications or licenses may be required

Responsibilities

• Perform basic to moderately difficult vehicle maintenance and repairs
• Maintain, repair, inspect, and/or replace brakes, steering mechanisms, springs, air bags, lights, air conditioners, water, fuel, oil, air filters, coolant and chemicals, transmissions, tire air pressure, tire tread, tires, chassis, drive lines, u-joints, air tanks, batteries, air lines, power cords, wipers, mirrors, drive train components, or other equipment as necessary
• Perform facility maintenance duties
• Diagnose mechanical and electronic problems, using diagnostic computer when applicable
• Identify root cause of failures/conditions and perform repairs as required
• Interact with drivers to properly determine nature of complaint once assigned a task
• Work in accordance with all federal, state, and corporate compliance guidelines (e.g., safety, DOT)
• Complete work orders and paperwork in a timely and accurate manner, maintaining high quality standards in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOP’s)
• Respond to accidents or inoperable vehicles to transport equipment back to shop for repair, if appropriate
• Keep management informed of safety, operator, and equipment observations and concerns
• Assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes, utilizing continuous improvement mindset
• Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area which may include wearing of all required personal protective equipment in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.
• Assist and mentor less experienced mechanics
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Skills

Engines

ABS

Diagnostics

DOT regs

Teamwork

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Mechanic certification or CDL

Refrigeration license

Tools

Shop management system

Job description

Oak Farms Dairy, a DFA Company, is seeking a Sr. Refrigeration Mechanic to join their team and enjoy a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

The role involves performing the majority of truck and trailer maintenance and repairs with minimal support, while coordinating with other mechanics or supervisors for highly technical diagnostics. You will diagnose mechanical and electronic problems using diagnostic tools, identify root causes, and ensure compliance with safety, DOT, and SOP standards.