Diesel Technician

Position 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