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Diesel/Trailer Mechanic

Dart Container • Leola, PA 17540 • Posted 30+ days ago

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As a Diesel Mechanic at Dart Container, you will perform preventative maintenance and repairs on company-owned tractors and trailers, ensuring they meet safety standards and regulatory requirements. This role involves diagnosing and repairing various systems, driving tractors to test repairs, and maintaining accurate records. The ideal candidate will support operational excellence and participate in lean initiatives and safety meetings.

Responsibilities

  • Follow and commit to meet Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) for safety, quality, production, efficiency, and service requirements.
  • Follow practices and processes intended to provide safe products that comply with appropriate laws and regulations, meet the company quality standards.
  • Properly diagnose and perform preventive maintenance and repairs on tractors and trailers, including gas and diesel-powered engines, hydraulic and air brake systems, drivetrain, suspension, chassis and electrical systems.
  • Disassemble, examine parts for defects and excessive wear, recondition and replace parts.
  • Estimate and price repairs, order and inventory parts as necessary.
  • Drive tractors and trailers as needed to validate that repairs meet regulatory requirements and conform to safety standards
  • Drive diesel or gas tractor in accordance with commercial driving regulations of State Department of Transportation (DOT), US DOT, and the Interstate Commerce Commission (ICC).
  • Operate Electronic Log Device (ELD), ELD software, and maintain accurate records per local, state, and federal regulations, DOT's and ICC's laws as necessary.
  • Submit to random drug test as prescribed by DOT regulations.
  • Perform maintenance and driving practices and processes intended to safely maintain the fleet and comply with appropriate laws and regulations, meet the company quality and safety standards to serve the needs of our customers
  • Support Operational Excellence and effectively participate in lean initiatives and problem-solving activities as needed
  • Participate in safety meetings per Corporate guidelines

Qualifications

Required

  • 18 years of age with valid Class B CDL (Commercial Drivers License) OR 21 years of age with a valid Class A CDL
  • High School diploma with two (2) years of related experience, OR Associate degree with an emphasis in Vehicle Maintenance, Automotive Technology, Diesel Technology, or related field of study
  • Favorable driving record upon hiring and ability to maintain throughout duration of employment
  • Must meet all requirements to be Power Industrial Truck Operations (PITO) certified
  • Experience using diagnostic equipment, scan tools and personal computer
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Demonstration of minimum proficiency with the English language in order to ensure effective new hire training and on-going communications about safety and quality issues

Full Job Description

Diesel/Trailer Mechanic

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Date: Sep 15, 2024

Location: Leola, PA, US

Company: Dart Container

Earn up to $33/hour based on experience!

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Diesel Mechanic and Trailer Mechanic to join our team at Dart Container! This role will be responsible for p erforming preventative maintenance and repairs on company-owned tractors and trailers, as well as driving tractors and trailers to test that repairs meet requirements.

Available Shift:

+ 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Who we are... 

We're your top choice for foam cups, classic red SOLO cups, and convenient take-out containers, ensuring you can enjoy your food and drinks anytime, anywhere! 

What we offer... 

+ Excellent benefits package, including health, dental, vision, 401K and more!  

+ Ability to earn pay increases and advancement opportunities  

+ A supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritizes safety

+ Approved job-related training and tuition reimbursement    

+ Paid holidays and paid time off    

What you'll do... 

+ Conduct thorough diagnostics and execute preventive maintenance and repairs on tractors and trailers, ensuring optimal performance of gas and diesel engines, hydraulic and air brake systems, drivetrain components, suspension, chassis, and electrical systems.

+ Methodically disassemble components, meticulously inspecting for defects and excessive wear, and proficiently recondition or replace parts to restore functionality.

+ Provide accurate estimates for repairs, efficiently manage parts procurement and inventory, ensuring timely availability and cost-effectiveness.

+ Validate all mechanical repairs to meet stringent regulatory requirements and uphold rigorous safety standards, while consistently maintaining fleet integrity to exceed customer expectations. Additionally, actively contribute to Operational Excellence through proactive participation in lean initiatives and effective problem-solving strategies.

What you'll need...

The ideal Trailer Mechanic candidate must possess all of the following:

+ 18 years of age with valid Driver License (Non-Commercial Driver License)

+ High school diploma with two (2) years of related experience OR Associate's degree with an emphasis in Vehicle Maintenance, Automotive Technology, Diesel Technology, or related field of study

+ Favorable driving record upon hiring and ability to maintain throughout duration of employment

+ Must meet all requirements to be Power Industrial Truck Operations (PITO) certified

+ Experience using diagnostic equipment, scan tools and personal computer

+ Strong attention to detail and accuracy

+ Demonstration of minimum proficiency with the English language in order to ensure effective new hire training and on-going communications about safety and quality issues

The ideal Diesel Mechanic candidate must possess all of the following:

+ 21 years of age with a valid Class A CDL (Commercial Drivers Licence)

+ High School diploma with two (2) years of related experience, OR Associate degree with an emphasis in Vehicle Maintenance, Automotive Technology, Diesel Technology, or related field of study

+ Favorable driving record upon hiring and ability to maintain throughout duration of employment

+ Must meet all requirements to be Power Industrial Truck Operations (PITO) certified

+ Experience using diagnostic equipment, scan tools and personal computer

+ Strong attention to detail and accuracy

+ Demonstration of minimum proficiency with the English language in order to ensure effective new hire training and on-going communications about safety and quality issues

Overview: Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red Solo cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for more than 50 years. Dart is a family-owned, family-focused company of 13,000 employees united by a shared set of values. Headquartered in Mason, MI, Dart has 30 locations in four countries.

Benefits: Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.

Dart Container is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.

*THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.

Dart Container is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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