**Job Description** **Overview:** _"We Haul Wholesome" at Dairy Farmers of America - the leading milk marketing cooperative and dairy food processor within the United States. Our drivers transport raw milk from farm to processing plants. We are passionate about the farmer-owners, the dairy industry, and supplying consumers with safe and nutritious products._ **Pay and Benefits:** + Competitive pay + Medical, Dental, Vision + 401k Employer Match + Generous vacation (144 hours, 1st Year) **Shift:** Day Shift Available **General Purpose:** To support the maintenance and repair of milk trucks and trailers ensuring that equipment is available and in optimal operating condition. **Duties and Responsibilities:** + Responds to maintenance requests from drivers, safety coordinator, DOT coordinator, supervisors, and fleet manager. + Maintains, repairs or replaces brakes; steering mechanisms; springs; air bags; lights; air conditioners; water, fuel, oil, and air filters; coolant and chemicals; transmissions; tire air pressure; tire tread; chassis; brakes; drive lines; u-joints; air tanks; batteries; air lines; power cords; wipers; windshields; mirrors; engines; drive train components or other equipment as necessary. + Conducts periodic inspections, diagnoses problems, and eliminating unsafe operating conditions. + Verifies equipment is in compliance with DOT specifications and state regulations + Operates arc and mig weld equipment. **Requirements** **Education and Experience:** + Must have high school diploma or GED + At least two years experience as a diesel Class 8 vehicle mechanic + CDL-A desirable **Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:** + Must be able to read and understand driver inspection reports + Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing + Must be able to provide and use personal hand tools appropriate for working on heavy equipment + Must have knowledge and understanding of DOT regulations **Physical Demands and Work Environment:** + Must be able to lift 75 lbs + Must be able to pass a physical demands analysis An Equal Opportunity Employer **Pay Range** $27-$35 based