Tank Trailer Service Technician

Dairy Farmers of America; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

SEMO Tank, owned by Dairy Farmers of America, seeks an experienced shop technician to perform all types of tank trailer repairs including mechanical, welding, grinding, polishing, and tank washing. You will cut, fit, weld, and fabricate, align parts, inspect and diagnose faults, and ensure DOT standards compliance.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, operating fabrication equipment, and maintaining a safe work area.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical/vocational training preferred.
• Experience in TIG and MIG welding is required or preferred.
• Experience with welding of stainless steel, aluminum, and mild steel is beneficial.
• Knowledge of air operated braking systems and suspension systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform cutting, aligning, fitting, and welding operations for repairs/modification or design related to new and used equipment.
• Perform grinding and polishing to 3A standards when required.
• Inspect, diagnose, repair, and perform preventative maintenance and general repairs to company and DOT standards.
• Read and interpret engineering and assembly drawings.
• Furnish personal hand tools and maintain a safe, clean, and orderly working area.

Skills

TIG welding

MIG welding

Reading drawings

Fabrication

English communication

Safety awareness

Tools operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical/vocational training

Apprenticeship/work experience

Tools

Rolls

Brakes

Drill presses

Grinders

Shears

Job description

SEMO Tank (owned by Dairy Farmers of America) sells, leases, and repairs tank trailers and offers a vast inventory of related parts for resale.

General Purpose

This position is responsible for performing all types of tank trailer repair including but not limited to mechanical repair, welding, grinding, polishing, cutting, fabricating operations and Tank Washing.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform cutting, aligning, fitting, and welding operations for repairs/modification or design related to new and used equipment.
• Perform grinding and polishing to 3A standards when required
• Locate and mark work piece cutting, allowing for welding shrinkage, stock thickness, and any other component specifications
• Locate and mark bending lines, allowing machine stretching, stock thickness, and any other component specifications
• Lay out and examine metalwork pieces or stock to be processed to make sure that client specifications are met
• Set up and operate fabricating machines, such as rolls, brakes, drill presses, grinders, and shears, in order to cut, form, drill, bend, and punch
• Perform repairs to air brake and suspension systems
• Inspect, diagnose, repair, and perform preventative maintenance and general repairs to company and DOT standards
• Read and interpret engineering and assembly drawings
• Attend departmental training, such as safety and equipment training
• Handle, position, move, and install materials using arms and hands and manipulating things
• Apply sufficient strength and physical dexterity to perform duties and responsibilities of this job
• Always wear PPE and observe health, safety and environmental policies
• Keep track of materials used to maintain inventory control
• Properly record time spent and material used on daily work sheets
• Appropriately dispose of damaged materials
• Label and store salvage parts for future reinstallation
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly working area
• Furnish personal hand tools
• Wash exterior and sometimes interiors of tank trailers.
• Inspect wash tags and ensure dated appropriately
• Complete small maintenance repairs on equipment
• Maintain compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
• Perform all job duties according to DFA safety regulations
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Minimum Requirements

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Technical/vocational school graduation, equivalent apprenticeship or work experience preferred
  • experience in TIG and MIG welding
  • experience in welding of stainless steel, aluminum, and mild steel
  • experience with mechanical assembly
  • general knowledge of air operated braking systems
  • general knowledge of air and spring ride suspension systems
  • general knowledge of ABS and diagnostics
• Certification and/or License - N/A

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Able to communicate clearly and effectively
• Able to work well with others
• Able to follow directions
• Able to operate required tools and equipment
• Able to perform basic welding for repair and fabrication (mig/tig/stick)
• Able to read and understand technical manuals, procedural documentation, assembly drawings, etc.
• Able to perform tasks and duties without constant supervision
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to work in confined spaces
• Able to lift over 70 lbs.
• Able to work overtime
• May occasionally require overnight travel
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans