Fleet Maintenance Mechanic

Fleet Maintenance MechanicLocated 15 minutes from East Aurora, NYPay range: $28.00 - $35.00 per hourShift Differential: $2.00 per hourAt Gold Star, we offer feed and nutrition services and commodity trading in the northeastern U.S., primarily to dairies. As feed and commodity specialists, our customers count on us to originate feed for the mills, manufacture it according to their unique specifications and handle logistics for a safe and smooth delivery every time.Job Summary:The Fleet Maintenance Mechanic position collaborates with other repair team members to ensure a vehicle is safely and efficiently operating to the driver's needs and DOT compliances.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Preparing work orders after fully inspecting vehicle and equipment including trailers.Running diagnostic tests on diesel engines and interpreting the results to offer suitable solutions.Inspecting vehicle systems, including suspensions, steering and exhaustsRepairing or replacing vehicle transmissions, brakes, Hydraulic systems, and other associated partsConducting field visits in the case of an emergency or sudden breakdownTest driving repaired vehicles to gauge their performance.Completing oil changes, wheel balancing, alignment, and brake checksMaintaining records of parts inventory and serviced vehiclesDrive a culture of safety, accountability, opportunistic curiosity and contributes to creating an environment where people want to work.Other duties as assigned.Requirements:High School Diploma or equivalentCertification and training in diesel engine repair from a vocational school or a community college. Training modules include drive trains, preventive maintenance, inspection, engine architecture and electronic systems.Advanced knowledge of a vehicle, its electrical system and the mechanisms of a diesel engineIn-depth knowledge of diesel engine components and operational mechanismsSuperior knowledge of maintenance tools and repair equipmentComfortable using mechanical and electrical power tools.Excellent problem-solving skillsKeen attention to detailBasic knowledge of computer systems and other relevant electronicsProficiency in the use of diesel engine diagnostic softwareA valid driver's license.Good interpersonal skillsEffective collaboration and communication skillsCDL class A or B preferred, although not requiredWelding skills are a plusPhysical Demands:Must have the ability to climb ladders, lift up to 75 lbs, bend, kneel, stand for long periods, work in confined spaces, work at heights, and in outside weather conditions.Exhibit good work habits, including excellent attendance and individual productivity.Shift and Compensation:Second shift \ salary range $28-35 per hourShift Differential: $2 per hour