Truck Shop Mechanic

JBS USA; De Queen (AR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilgrim’s is seeking a Truck Shop Mechanic on the 2nd shift (2pm to 10pm) in De Queen, Arkansas. You will maintain and repair diesel and gasoline powered equipment across all makes and models, perform inspections, and keep detailed maintenance records.

Pay starts at $18.15 per hour with an attendance bonus of $2.75 per hour if qualifications are met; certifications are included within the pay scale. The role requires reliability, safety, and the ability to work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of the company’s drug and alcohol screen and background check.
• Must be willing to follow orders and work safely.
• Have good communication skills.
• Must have good leadership skills and be able to handle diverse work situations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and diagnostic tests to determine vehicle conditions.
• Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance schedules and upgrades.
• Repair, replace, and adjust major systems and components as needed.
• Verify vehicle performance through test drives and control adjustments.
• Keep vehicle records and shop supplies up to date.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Leadership skills

Safety consciousness

Job description

Description

Position at Pilgrim’s

Truck Shop Mechanic-2nd Shift 2pm to 10pm
De Queen Arkansas
Maintains diesel and gasoline powered equipment and trucks, all makes and models, operation by completing inspections and preventive maintenance requirements; correcting vehicle deficiencies; planning and alignments; keeping records.
Pilgrim’s wants YOU to join our hourly Truck Shop Mechanic team! Pay is $18.15 / hour plus attendance bonus if qualifications are met of $2.75 per hour. Certifications also included within the pay scale. We are looking for candidates with good employment history that will fit and grow with our team.

Requirements:

• Satisfactory completion of the Company’s standard drug and alcohol screen and background check process
• Must be willing to follow orders and be able to work safely.
• Have good communication skills.
• Must be self-motivated.
• Must have good leadership skills and be able to deal with all types of work situations.
• Must be willing to work long hours and over-time where deemed necessary.
• Must be able to work under demanding work conditions.

Responsibilities:

• Determines vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts.
• Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; controlling corrosion; completing winterization procedures.
• Corrects vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics; completes machine shop operations; making adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.
• Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems.
• Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.
• Maintains vehicle appearance by cleaning, washing, and painting.
• Maintains vehicle records by annotating services and repairs.
• Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.
• Contains costs by using warranty; evaluating service and parts options.
• Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications.
• Enhances maintenance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

EOE, including disability/vets .