Diesel Mechanic - Up to $40.98/Hr

About the role

Dohrn Transfer is a leading Midwest LTL carrier providing less-than-truckload, truckload, and value-added services throughout a 10-state service area. This Diesel Mechanic position is based at the Strafford, MO terminal. Mechanics are responsible for safely and efficiently maintaining Dohrn fleet vehicles. Drivers are home daily.

Responsibilities

• Operate and inspect mechanical equipment to diagnose defects
• Analyze malfunctions and perform general overhaul, tune up, or preventive maintenance of equipment
• Dismantle and reassemble equipment
• Plan work procedure using charts, technical manuals, and experience
• Repair, replace, and adjust necessary units and parts
• Enter labor lines and parts into repair order computer system
• May travel to other company shop locations when staff is needed
• React to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned

Requirements

• Minimum age of 18
• High school completion or equivalent
• Valid driver license
• Command of English language to communicate effectively with internal and external customers
• Must pass a non-DOT physical examination and functional screen (CDL-qualified mechanics subject to DOT physical)
• Must consent to a pre-employment drug screen; negative result required
• Experience as a journey-level diesel mechanic preferred
• CDL, ASE, and state and/or federal inspection certifications preferred
• Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and techniques used in repair and maintenance of a variety of automotive and mechanical equipment required
• Working knowledge of operating principles of gas and diesel engines and repair of heavy trucks required
• Previous experience maintaining detailed and routine record keeping required
• Manual dexterity required
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety precautions required
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a team as well as individually
• Excellent attendance

Working conditions & physical requirements

• Overtime may be necessary during peak periods; must be able to work a varied schedule or travel based on need
• Heavy work exerting up to 50 pounds of force frequently to lift, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, and 100+ lbs. on an occasional basis
• Subject to both internal and external environmental conditions; work occurs inside and outside; outside work may be in extreme weather conditions
• Subject to standing, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching for sustained periods of time
• Subject to noise sufficient to require shouting to be heard above ambient noise level
• Subject to hazards including proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, and exposure to chemicals
• Subject to atmospheric conditions affecting the respiratory system or skin: fumes, odors, dusts, mists, and gases
• Required to have close visual acuity to operate machines and motor vehicles
• Required to have visual acuity for visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, operation of machines, using measurement devices, and/or assembly or fabrication of parts at close distances

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Mechanic Tool Reimbursement Program
• Training available for CDL and ASE incentives

Pay

Up to $40.98 per hour with CDL and ASE incentives.

Schedule

2nd shift available with a 4-day work week.