Diesel / Vehicle Mechanic

Diesel/Vehicle Mechanic

At Pilgrim's, safety is a condition. The safety of our team members, products, and facilities is our highest priority. We are seeking a skilled and motivated Diesel/Vehicle Mechanic to join our team in Mount Pleasant, Texas. This role is responsible for maintaining diesel and fleet vehicle operations through inspections, preventive maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, adjustments, alignments, and accurate recordkeeping. The ideal candidate will have strong troubleshooting skills, mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to safety and reliability.

**Resume required**

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Diagnoses vehicle issues by performing inspections, tests, and identifying worn or damaged parts.
• Performs maintenance and repairs including preventive service, part replacements, system overhauls, adjustments, alignments, and upgrades across all major vehicle systems.
• Ensures compliance and performance through test drives, system checks, and adherence to federal and state safety, engine, and emissions standards.
• Maintains documentation and equipment by recording repairs, managing inventory, troubleshooting shop equipment, and coordinating necessary repairs.
• Supports department goals by controlling costs, staying current through training and technical publications, and proactively adding value to operations.

What You'll Need:

• Education: High School Diploma/GED preferred
• Requirements: Valid Driver's License in good standing; Must possess own tools

• Experience: Diesel/Vehicle repair/diagnostics experience required
• Skills: Proficiency in diagnosing and repairing diesel engines with an understanding of gasoline engines (for mixed fleet roles). Proficiency in electrical systems, brake systems, suspension/steering systems, Transmission/drivetrain repair, cooling systems, HVAC systems, and familiarity with CMMS-Computerized Maintenance Management System. Proficiency in all fleet maintenance such as oil changes and tire rotations; Ability to communicate with supervisors, customers, and other technicians, including writing repair and service orders.

• Physical requirements: Ability to work in extreme cold/hot temperatures, ability to lift 50-75 pounds while standing, bending and working in tight spaces.

Why Work for Pilgrim's?

• Schedule: Position does require some weekend work – schedule is based on shift
• Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment
• Paid Time Off: Sick leave, vacation, company observed holidays or, any other statutorily required paid leave
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule
• Base hourly salary rate of $21.25 - $36.25 with a $1.00 shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift; based on experience.
• Career Development: Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs
• Better Futures

The company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

Our mission: To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.

Our core values are Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity

EOE, including disability/vets