Fleet Mechanic III or IV (La Crosse, WI)
About this role
Fleet Mechanic Union Hourly Wage Range: $46.26 - $51.40
PURPOSE: Perform repairs, maintenance, and customization of Dairyland’s fleet (cars, trucks, trailers, track vehicles, ATV’s, groundskeeping equipment, and heavy hydraulic equipment) in a safe and efficient manner.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Perform all duties outline in the job description for Fleet Mechanic II
Lead pre-job briefing or crew safety meeting
Operate CDL vehicles
Complete Hydraulic repairs per OEM recommended protocols and diagnostics
Perform Electrical repairs and diagnostics
Work independently without supervision
Advanced utilization of scanning equipment Attend vendor/manufacturer technical training
Perform DOT inspections (after one year of experience) – MN certification if required
Perform intermediate welding and fabrication
Assist with service calls Complete truck body mounting
Complete vehicle intake preparation Complete vehicle retirement
Proficient operation vehicle radio
Order parts
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education & Experience: High School Diploma or GED. Associate or technical degree in vehicle mechanic program or other mechanical skilled program or equivalent experience. Previous mechanical maintenance experience is preferred.
Skills: Good verbal and written communication skills are required to effectively communicate and interact with co-workers and vendors. Basic computer skills needed. General safety awareness.
Licenses and Certifications:
Class A CDL Driver’s License without restrictions
Valid Driver’s License
First Aid and CPR certification within one (1) year
Refrigerant Recycling Certification per Wisconsin Admin. Code 136.09
Forklift Operator Training Course
Physical Demands: Sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, crouching/stooping, squatting, crawling, twisting upper body, bending, reaching/stretching required to inventory, arrange, and clean parts, pushing/pulling, lifting (weights up to 100 lbs.). Access remote field locations to inspect vehicles. Work in/around/under vehicle/equipment. Will also test for color blindness.
Environmental Demands: Works mostly indoors, occasionally outdoors in extreme cold or heat. Work around mechanical, electrical, fume/odor, dust, chemical and natural hazards. Work in a high noise environment. Ability to work in confined spaces.
Other Job Characteristics: Successfully complete medical physical (drug screen, audiogram, heavy work endurance, and pulmonary function). Must complete “Driver’s” Application. Ten-(10) year employment history verification is required per 49CFR391 Qualifications of Drivers – Federal Motor Carrier’s Safety Regulations. Subject to on-call duties. Some overnight travel.