Job Summary

The Truck Mechanic is responsible for keeping all vehicles in the fleet roadworthy and ready for service when needed.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Performs all preventive maintenance and repair work necessary on fleet vehicles.
• Reviews driver vehicle inspection reports.
• Responsible for checking each truck each morning.
• Responsible for compiling the work schedule in the truck shop and completing any documentation on maintenance records.
• Maintains a clean environment.
• Needs to have an understanding of hydraulic systems.
• Needs to have basic welding knowledge.
• May be required to answer roadside calls for disabled vehicles.
• Responsible for being familiar with and observing all company safety rules and regulations; recognizes that safety is the top company priority; attends regularly scheduled safety meetings.
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum 3 years of prior experience with vehicular mechanical maintenance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Vocational training preferred.
• Detail-oriented; highly organized.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Self-starter; self-motivated.
• Good math and computer skills.
• A/C and Brake Certification.
• Basic Component Replacement.
• Knowledge in Diesel/Gasoline powered engine and power-train mechanics.
• Class A CDL preferred.

Physical Demands

• Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Frequently required to sit for extended periods.
• Occasionally required to walk, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch.
• Regularly required to reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment

Job functions will be carried out in a rendering facility which requires tolerance for wet and/or slippery floors and high heat and cold temperatures.

Darling Ingredients Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

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