Diesel Technician

Job Responsibilities

This position contributes successfully to our operations because you will:

• Approach work with a Continuous Improvement (CI) mindset, and engaging in Model Dairy Mission Statement to identify, value, prioritize, resource, and sustain improvement opportunities.
• Own and promote a Safety Culture by ensuring a safe work environment and promoting proper safety behavior.
• First point of contact for truck and tractor problems and concerns.
• Responsible for troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of diesel trucks, tractors, refrigeration units, and trailers.
• Performs 90-day A and B PM services as per DOT guidelines
• Completes necessary repairs on all systems on diesel trucks, tractors, refrigeration units, and trailers.
• Service and repair brake, powertrain, and suspension components.
• Troubleshooting electrical and pneumatic circuits and systems.
• Service and repair of cold box and lift-gate assemblies.
• Use technical information and publications to repair equipment and systems.
• Work with other technicians and leadership from multiple departments to ensure necessary equipment is safe and ready for use.
• Work with Lead Technician and/or Distribution Supervisor to schedule necessary work.
• Working safely and follow all company safety standards.
• Ensure accuracy of paperwork updated and properly entered upon completion of repairs.
• Communicate effectively and in a timely manner with affected departments.
• Advocate for "1st Shift" or "2nd/3rd Shift" Team Members training needs.
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness in the department.
• Possible night and weekend shifts (Rotating).
• Perform various other duties as assigned by Distribution Supervisor/Manager and/or Lead Technician.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality are an essential function of this position.
• Welding and fabrication of necessary repairs on boxes and structural components.
• Repair of electric and hydraulic lift-gates.
• Computer aided troubleshooting and diagnostics.

Position Requirements (Qualifications and Skills)

High School Diploma or GED. Demonstrate organization and accuracy skills; self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to handle multiple projects/tasks with competing deadlines. Must demonstrate the ability to solve problems, accept constructive feedback and show flexibility should priorities and/or deadlines change. Excellent verbal and written skills and a high degree of emotional intelligence. Must be able to build productive relationships across all levels of an organization. Class A Driver's license. Refrigeration Unit Level Class Completion. ASE Medium-Heavy Master Technician. Preferred: CDL.