Vehicle Maintenance

About the role

We are currently accepting applications for Vehicle Maintenance on 2nd Shift at our Central Bi-Products facility in Redwood Falls, MN.

Pay

Starting wage of $25.92/Hr. for non-DOT certified candidates ($2.00 premium for certified individuals) along with night and weekend shift differentials and regular pay increases.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• 401K match

Schedule

2nd Shift: Monday–Friday, 3:00 pm–11:00 pm. Additional hours may be possible on a required or voluntary basis during the week or weekend.

Areas of Accountability

All areas of accountability to be delivered with GRIT – our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and Teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Vehicle and trailer maintenance, diagnosis, and repairs
• Perform maintenance and inspections on trailers and all facility vehicles including semi-trucks, yard trucks, forklifts, and skid steers
• Complete preventative maintenance tasks such as oil and filter changes, filling fluids, and brake and tire inspections
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns at the facility or on the road
• Prioritize repair projects to limit transportation and/or production downtime
• Operate welders, acetylene torches, air plasma cutters, fabrication equipment, and/or other tools necessary to complete repairs
• Document materials used and time spent on maintenance projects; turn in records and communicate supply needs with the Complex Manager (CBI Est) / Parts Coordinator (NRWF & LP), as needed
• Assist in transporting vehicles to external repair shops, if needed
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace, as needed
• Comply with all regulatory and company compliance requirements including safety, environmental, and food/feed safety
• Maintain regular and predictable on-site attendance

Qualifications

• Previous work experience in automotive repair, preferred; personal experience in automotive repair, considered
• Previous welding experience and/or willingness to learn wire feed (aluminum and steel) welding while on the job
• Ability and interest in becoming DOT Certified, preferred (includes pay increase)
• Experience operating a skid steer and forklift, preferred; pass in-house Forklift Certification once employed
• Mechanical aptitude and proficiency in using diagnostic tools
• Ability to comprehend service/operator manuals or use other resources to solve problems
• Accurately follow written and/or verbal instructions; accurately read and understand signs, labels, and warnings
• Proficient in basic math skills, measuring, and reading data trends; accurately and legibly record information
• Understand and operate basic computer systems
• Ability to attain and/or maintain a general driver’s license and pass an MVR to drive a company vehicle (not required)
• Work in a facility that processes multiple species including cows, pigs, and poultry
• Must be 18 years of age or older for insurance purposes

Physical Requirements

• Stand up to 100% of the workday
• Frequently lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist level; occasionally lift up to 100 pounds
• Occasionally push and/or pull heavy objects up to 200 pounds
• Consistently bend at the waist and/or knees or crawl
• Consistently climb stairs and/or ladders or be elevated in scissors lifts up to 20 feet
• Ability to distinguish colors (i.e., wire colors)
• Tolerance of varying environmental conditions – heat, cold, and/or wet and slippery conditions