Diesel / Vehicle Mechanic

Job description

Position at Pilgrim's Purpose and Scope/General Summary: Maintains diesel equipment operation by completing inspections and preventive maintenance requirements; correcting vehicle deficiencies; adjusting and alignments; keeping records. 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. Qualifications: Valid Driver’s License 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. Ability to lift 50-75 pounds while standing, bending and working in tight spaces. Must possess own tools The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits : Benefits : Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment; Paid Time Off : sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays; 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule; Pay between $21.25 and $36.25 per hour depending on experience with and additional $1 shift differential for 2 nd and 3 rd shift. 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. 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 Unsolicited Assistance: JBS and its companies do not accept unsolicited assistance from any recruitment vendors for any of our open jobs. All resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee at JBS and its companies or via the applicant tracking system, in any form without a valid written request and search agreement previously approved by HR, will be solely owned by JBS and its companies. No fees will be paid should the candidate be hired by JBS and its companies because of an unsolicited referral.