Diesel Mechanic - Competitive Pay - 2 Shifts Available!

Company: Get Fresh Produce Inc
Location: Carol Stream
Posted on: January 11, 2020

Job Description:

Diesel Mechanic Heavy TruckBartlett, ILGet Fresh Produce has been in business since 1982 providing fresh produce and other products to restaurants and other end users in the Chicagoland area. Due to continued growth we are currently accepting applications for Diesel Mechanic Heavy Truck to perform maintenance and repairs on our fleet of 160 straight-trucks, day cabs, and tractor-trailers in Bartlett, IL Enjoy competitive pay, full benefits, and a stable work environment with a growing company.Due to continued growth, we are in search of an experienced Diesel Mechanic-Day Shift who can maintain diesel equipment operation by completing inspections and preventive maintenance requirements; correcting vehicle deficiencies, adjustments and alignments, and keeping records.Work Schedule for the Diesel Mechanic Heavy Truck - Two Shifts Available

• Work 5-6 days per week
• Sunday-Friday, Sunday is a full, mandatory work day
• Typically off every Saturday and sometimes one other day during the week; 8-12 hour days; OT is mandatory, paid after 40 hrs per week
• Day Shift: Start time is between 4am/7am working until work is completed, usually between 4pm-7pm
• Afternoon Shift: Start time 4pm and work until work is completed, usually between midnight-4am
• Work Holidays on a rotation basisResponsibilities for the Diesel Mechanic Heavy Truck
  • 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 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.
  • Enhances maintenance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.Skills and Qualifications for the Diesel Mechanic Heavy Truck
    • Minimum of 2-4 years practical experience
    • Tooling, Supply Management, Mechanical Inspection Tools, Technical Understanding, Attention to Detail, Dependability, Thoroughness, Verbal Communication, Documentation Skills, Inventory Control, Job KnowledgeCompensation for the Diesel Mechanic Heavy Truck
      • Salary for this position is hourly, based on experience;
      • OT after 40 hours per week.Benefits for the Diesel Mechanic Heavy Truck
        • Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life) - 1st of the month following 60 days
        • PTO ( Personal and Vacation Days) - 120 Days
        • Holidays - 120 Days

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