Garage Mechanic

Job description

Full Time

nService Worker

nFORT SMITH, Fort Smith, AR, US

nPosition : Garage Diesel Mechanic

nLocation: Fort Smith, AR

nBenefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, Thrift, Life Insurance

nShift : Tuesday - Saturday 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

nThe Garage Diesel Mechanic shall be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

nServicing and repairing diesel tractors, trailers, and refrigeration units. Will be doing a full line of service work on the above-mentioned equipment. Troubleshoot problems as reported. Conduct state approved inspections of equipment. Overhaul diesel engines. Test drive tractor-trailer units and trucks to ensure repair work is correct. Follow blueprint, wiring diagrams, and service manuals. Complete written work reports. Adhere to all safety programs and laws. Willing to be trained in various mechanical skills and subject manners.

nRequired Technical Skills:

n• Able to operate a Tractor-Trailer.

n• Basic mechanical knowledge.

n• Welding and soldering skills.

n• Electrical- basic skills trouble shooting electrical problems and reading wiring diagrams.

n• Diesel Repair- basic working knowledge and/or experience of diesel engine repair and overhaul.

nRequired Soft Skills:

n• Must be able to follow both verbal and written instructions.

n• Coachable and willing to learn.

n• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

n• Ability to work without direct supervision.

nPhysical Requirements:

nMust be able to work in both very hot (more than 100 degrees) and very cold (20 degrees below zero) and in a very wet and humid environment for extended periods of time. Must be able to bend, crawl, climb, squat, and work on items both above the head and at ground level during repair and maintenance operations. Must keep work area safe and clean and work in a safe and efficient manner.

nEducation, Certifications and Experience:

n• Must have a Class A Commercial Driver’s License

n• Minimum Age: 21, as per Federal D.O.T. regulations

nThe following is preferred:

n• C.F.C Refrigeration Type II Certification

n• Diesel Refrigeration repair experience

n• Ability to arc weld and solder.

nBonus Incentives:

n*Thermo-King Refrigeration Systems School Certificate

n*Diesel Overhaul Certificate

nAbout Prairie Farms – “Farmer Owned. Locally Produced. Since 1938.”

nWe are a farmer-owned cooperative. This means we are owned and operated by over 800+ farm families who are critical members of society. They have selflessly taken on the tremendous task of producing nutritious, high-quality milk for a growing population, which requires being on the job 24/7, 365 days a year.

nWe have represented American agriculture since our founding in 1938. Many of our dairy farms are operated by several generations of family members with roots dating back to the 1800s. On average, each farm milks around 120 cows and everyone pitches in to keep them happy and healthy - which means around-the-clock care!

nOur Mission:

nnnTo produce dairy products of the highest quality

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nnTo conduct our business with professional integrity

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nnTo exceed expectations of our customers and consumers

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nnTo support our communities in a positive, sustainable manner

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nnTo deliver exceptional patronage to our network of farm families

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nnTo simply “do right” for our farm families, employees, and communities

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n nEEO Statement

nPrairie Farms Dairy, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Worksite address

fort smith, AR, 72917, US

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