Diesel Mechanic

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Dayton Freight Lines
Rockford, ILLINOIS, United States
30.25 - 34.25 USD / Hour
  • Automotive
  • FullTime
  • Shift

Overview: Salary: $30.25 – $34.25/hourShifts Available: **2nd Shift (2:00 PM – 10:30 PM) OR 3rd Shift (9:00 PM – 5:00 AM)**

  • Stable and growing organization
  • Competitive weekly pay
  • Overtime after 40 hours
  • Quick advancement
  • Quality Hours
  • Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, 401(k), etc.
  • Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days

Responsibilities:Diesel Mechanics are to perform maintenance service in which the volume and quality of work is within the acceptably measured standards for Dayton Freight Lines.

  • Has a fundamental understanding of repairing and rebuilding components on 48ft. and 53ft. dry van trailers and can effectively repairs the following components:

  • Suspension and running gear components

  • Landing gear assembly and components

  • Wheel components and tires

  • Brake and air components

  • Electrical, lighting and wiring components

  • Rear frame and door components

  • Side, nose and roof components

  • Interior and floor components

  • Able to thoroughly perform Preventative Maintenance inspections and repairs

  • Maintains a high level of welding and metal fabrication skills

  • Performs service calls

  • Washes and fuels equipment when necessary

  • Road tests vehicles to ensure quality repair services were performed.*Dependent upon having a CDL

  • Consistently positive attitude, interacting courteously and professionally with fellow employees

  • Pro-actively assists, guides and directs junior technicians

  • Be a leading participant in the care and upkeep of the shop, the grounds and all equipment and tools

  • Maintains a clean, safe environment that complies to OSHA and company standards

  • Proficient in recording all work and labor on a computer in the EMS system

  • Works with the Parts Department to assure that all necessary materials, parts, service and shop supplies are maintained at proper quantity levels

  • Works in compliance to EPA regulations as well as DOT and company safety requirements

  • Performs other maintenance duties or assignments when necessary

Qualifications:

  • Possess a valid Driver’s License
  • Basic math skills
  • Fluent in English
  • Legally eligible to work in the United States
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Able to pass a drug screen

Benefits:

  • Stable and growing organization
  • Competitive weekly pay
  • Overtime after 40 hours
  • Quick advancement
  • Quality Hours
  • Professional, positive and people-centered work environment
  • Modern facilities
  • Clean, late model equipment
  • Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, etc.
  • Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days
  • 401(k) plan, Company Match

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