Imagine a more stable Trailer/Diesel Mechanic career working on a specialized fleet of trucks with an industry-leading, essential manufacturer. Take advantage of this rare opportunity where you will earn excellent compensation and an unbeatable benefits package while further advancing your technical skills.
Darling Ingredients is looking for a Trailer Mechanic/Diesel Mechanic to join our Berlin, WI team. This is a pivotal role where you will be responsible for repairing company fleet to meet DOT standards and to be dependable on public highways and performing preventative maintenance service on company fleet to minimize down time.
If you have at least 1 year of mechanic experience working on diesel and gasoline engines, as well as your high school diploma/GED and a valid driver’s license, Darling Ingredients wants to hear from you! CDL A is preferred but not required.
As a member of the team, you can expect:
- Competitive pay: Starting between $29.61 – $35.98/hr, based upon your experience.
- Great Benefits – medical, dental, vision, profit sharing, 401k, paid time off , and more!
- Guaranteed contribution to your 401(k) account
- Variety – Work on different trucks and equipment every day and never have a dull moment!
- Advancement opportunities – You will have the opportunity to grow your career with Darling! Become a level II and III mechanic, or even a pathway to a fleet supervisory role. We are always looking for key players motivated to move up into higher level roles, both in the Knoxville region and around the country!
- Access to valuable OEM-specific training.
- All uniforms, boots, and PPE provided.
Qualifications:
- 1+ year experience in vehicle maintenance or related technical field
- High School Diploma or GED preferred
- Must have valid Driver’s license
- Must have personal basic tool set to perform preventative maintenance (based on location)
- Basic understanding of diesel and gasoline engine operation and components
- Experience with hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment
- Experience with basic computer tasks and use of fleet software
- Detail oriented; highly organized
Essential duties/responsibilities:
- Performs all preventive maintenance and repair work necessary on all fleet vehicles and plant vehicle, and plant equipment (wheel Loaders, Skid Steers, Man Lifts, Scissor Lifts, Backhoe, Lawn mowers, and Farm Tractors)
- Reviews driver vehicle inspection reports and repair inspections as directed by Mechanic 3s and/or the Fleet Manager
- Performs routine maintenance such as oil changes, filter replacements, and fluid checks
- Inspects and replaces basic components like belts, hoses, batteries, and lights
- Assists in diagnosing mechanical issues using basic diagnostic tools
- Maintains cleanliness and organization of the shop and work areas
- Documents work performed and parts used through maintenance logs or fleet management systems
- Supports Mechanic 2 and 3, under their supervision, with more complex repairs and diagnostics
- Responds to roadside service calls for disabled vehicles when required
- Responsible for being familiar with and observing all company safety rules and regulations; recognizes that safety is top company priority; attends regularly scheduled safety meetings
- Participate in ongoing training and certification programs (travel as needed)
- Other duties as assigned
About the Company: We began as a family business in 1882 and have continued to grow into the world’s leading innovative developer and producer of sustainable organic ingredients for a growing population. Headquartered in Irving, TX with regional offices in Cold Spring, KY and Des Moines, IA as well as production facilities across the U.S., we have over 15,000 employees across the globe. We repurpose and reuse rather than discarding what others might consider waste. We capture valuable ingredients and nutrients to help maximize what nature has to offer, providing components for a wide range of products that include pet food, fertilizer, and biofuel. Giving nature a second life is our second nature.
Our greatest assets are our employees. Our inclusive global workforce and their wide variety of skills, abilities, experiences, and perspectives have been critical in helping us consistently deliver best-in-class results around the world. In order to attract and retain employees who share our values of integrity, transparency, and entrepreneurship, we offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, stability, and opportunities for career growth.
Darling Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military service, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local law. Know Your Rights: If you would like more information, please click on the link and paste into your browser: https://www.eeoc.gov/poster
