Mechanic 2 at Darling Ingredients

Job Summary The Mechanic 2 is responsible for keeping all vehicles in the fleet roadworthy and ready for service when needed. Essential Duties/ResponsibilitiesNothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Performs all preventive maintenance and repair work necessary on fleet trucks/ trailers and other company equipment. Responsible for general day-to-day operation of vehicle maintenance and repair of all company trucks/trailers and other company equipment. Maintains clean environment.May be required to answer roadside calls for disabled vehicles.Interprets repair manuals and work orders as to properly repair the equipment. Responsible for being familiar with and observing all company safety rules and regulations; recognizes that safety is top company priority; attends regularly scheduled safety meetings.Required to use all safety equipment as assigned.All other duties as assigned. Minimum QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED required.Vocational training plus one (1) year of related work experience OR three (3) years of related work experience required.Ability to service and diagnose brakes.Ability to service and diagnose diesel trucks (tractor/trailers) and power-train mechanics.Basic use of hand-tools required.Preferred QualificationsVocational training preferred.Detail oriented; highly organized.CDL preferred not requiredExceptional written and oral communication skills.Self-starter; self-motivated.Good math and computer skills.Physical DemandsFrequently required to walk stand sit climb balance stoop kneel crawl and crouch.Frequently must push pull move or lift up to 50 lbs.Regularly required reach with hands and arms.Work Environment Job functions will be carried out in a rendering facility which requires tolerance for wet and/or slippery floors and high heat and cold temperatures. Darling Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race color creed religion age pregnancy sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin genetic information physical or mental disability military service protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state and local law. Know Your Rights: If you would like more information please click on the link and paste into your browser: Key Skills Mechanic Experience,Diesel Engine Repair,Mechanical Knowledge,Air Brake,Alignment,Automotive Diagnostics,Automotive Repair,Maintenance,Welding,Hydraulics,Equipment Repair,Leadership Experience Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1