Diesel Mechanic Entry Level; Non-DOT

Overview

Diesel Mechanic Entry Level (Non-DOT) — Topeka, KS

* Direct-Hire* / Full Benefits / Hourly Rate

Company has been in business since 1932 providing delicious snacks and dips across the world. We are currently accepting applications for a Mechanic to work in Topeka, KS.

• Hourly Pay $28.71-$33.39 per hour, based on experience
• Annual tool allowance
• Overtime paid after 40 hours per week
• Typical work week is 40 hours per week
• Weekly paychecks

• 401(k); 401(k) matching
• Health, Vision, Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO (Personal and Vacation Days)
• Paid Holidays
• Career advancement opportunities

• 24/7 operation; work four 10-hour shifts per week
• Work schedules bid annually by seniority
• New employees should expect to work 2nd or 3rd shifts to start but this will change over time
• Work schedule may change based on business needs; must be flexible with work schedule

• Inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose, and perform preventative and as-needed maintenance of diesel trucks
• Properly attend to truck inventory
• Interpret and follow work orders and technical manuals
• Travel to locations to perform on-site diagnostics, repairs, and routine maintenance
• Communicate effectively with management, providing them with detailed breakdowns of service requirements and costs
• Maintain schedules and document completed preventative maintenance and repairs
• Repair or replace defective parts, components, or systems
• Maintain parts and yard organization (with direction from operations management) to ensure a clean and safe working environment

• Minimum 2 years of previous technical experience with Class 8 Commercial Tractors and Trailers
• Air Brake Systems Certification
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot repairs using diagnostic systems
• ASE Certification is preferred
• Knowledge of air, electronic, braking, and suspension systems as well as general mechanical operation and/or light body repair
• Familiar with FHWA (Federal Highway Administration), and FMCSR (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations), BIT (Basic Inspection of Terminals) inspections
• High School Diploma or GED (Preferred)
• Must be able to lift 70 pounds
• Candidate must provide his/her own tools