Truck/Diesel Mechanic

Darling Ingredients; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Mechanic 2 to maintain and repair their fleet. This position involves ensuring that all vehicles remain in operational condition and meeting safety standards. With a focus on preventive maintenance and repairs, the Mechanic will play a vital role in the day-to-day operations. Applicants should have a high school diploma and relevant vocational training or experience in mechanic work.

Qualifications

• Vocational training plus one year or three years of related work experience required.
• CDL preferred but not required.
• Self-starter and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repair on fleet trucks and equipment.
• Answer roadside calls for disabled vehicles.
• Observe all company safety rules and regulations.

Skills

Ability to service and diagnose brakes

Ability to service and diagnose diesel trucks

Detail oriented

Exceptional written and oral communication skills

Good math and computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational training

Tools

Basic use of hand-tools

Knowledge of JPRO system

Job description

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Job Summary

The Mechanic 2 is responsible for keeping all vehicles in the fleet roadworthy and ready for service when needed.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Performs all preventive maintenance and repair work necessary on fleet trucks/ trailers and other company equipment. Responsible for general day-to-day operation of vehicle maintenance and repair of all company trucks/trailers and other company equipment. Maintains clean environment.
• May be required to answer roadside calls for disabled vehicles.
• Interprets repair manuals and work orders as to properly repair the equipment.
• Responsible for being familiar with and observing all company safety rules and regulations; recognizes that safety is top company priority; attends regularly scheduled safety meetings.
• Required to use all safety equipment as assigned.
• All other duties as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Vocational training plus one (1) year of related work experience OR three (3) years of related work experience required.
• Ability to service and diagnose brakes.
• Ability to service and diagnose diesel trucks, (tractor/trailers) and powertrain mechanics.
• Basic use of hand-tools required.
• Knowledge of JPRO system preferred.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Vocational training preferred.
• Detail oriented; highly organized.
• CDL preferred, not required
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Self-starter; self-motivated.
• Good math and computer skills.
  
  

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch.
• Frequently must push, pull, move or lift up to 50 lbs.
• Regularly required reach with hands and arms.
  
  

Work Environment

Job functions will be carried out in a rendering facility which requires tolerance for wet and/or slippery floors and high heat and cold temperatures.

Darling Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military service, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local law. Know Your Rights: If you would like more information, please click on the link and paste into your browser: https://www.eeoc.gov/poster

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing and Production

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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