2nd Shift Vehicle Maintenance Technician | Dodge Center, MN

2nd Shift Vehicle Maintenance Technician | Dodge Center, MN

McNeilus Steel, Inc. is accepting applications for a new team member to join our team as a Vehicle Maintenance Technician. Technicians are scheduled on a 40-hour week but generally work up to 50 or more hours a week to get several projects completed on time. 2nd Shift times are Monday – Thursday; 11am to 11pm.

Nature of Work

Vehicle Maintenance Technicians are responsible for repairing and maintaining the diesel and gasoline engines that power the delivery fleet as well as company-owned automobiles, machinery, and equipment. Technicians spend most of their time performing preventative maintenance procedures to ensure the equipment will operate safely and efficiently. It is common for Technicians to handle an array of repairs daily.

A variety of tools are necessary to complete this work, and Vehicle Maintenance Technicians are required to furnish and/or purchase their own hand tools. Large maintenance equipment and tools will be provided upon request by the company.

Duties/ Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections and servicing to the delivery fleet and company-owned vehicles
• Inspect all fleet vehicles to ensure D.O.T. requirements and standards are being met and correct any issues that may be of concern
• Communicate with local vendors to order necessary parts for repairs – occasionally contact vehicle manufacturers for assistance in repair procedures or specialty parts
• Review literature for new technologies, procedures, and processes for improving working conditions and conducting complex repairs
• Responsible for following all company safety policies
• Learn, understand, and comply with OSHA requirements, company safety rules, and health policies at all times, working according to good safety practices as posted, instructed, and discussed
• Use all safety devices, equipment, and PPE as directed and provided for protection
• Performs other duties as instructed and assigned

Qualifications

• Completion of a formal diesel engine training program
• Maintain current D.O.T. Inspector Certification
• Familiarity with gasoline and diesel engine components and knowledge of frequent repair procedures
• Valid State of Minnesota Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, local vendors, and supplier sales representatives
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to understand and operate complex computer equipment used for servicing practices as well as in the operation of fleet or company-owned vehicles
• Must be able to lift and carry 50-60 pounds
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in fluent English

Benefits offered for this job

• Starting Wage $25-30/ hour +$2 shift differential
• Medical
• Dental
• Life Insurance
• Vision
• Vacation
• Holidays
• Sick Leave
• Tuition Assistance
• 401(k)
• Tool Allowance
• Uniform Allowance
• Flexible Benefit Account