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Fleet Diesel Mechanic
full-timeFort Wayne, Huntington

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Location

Fort Wayne, Huntington

Type

full-time

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About this role

Under direct supervision, this position performs routine maintenance and repair services on different types of vehicles. (All safety and DOT related work must be checked off and documented for first three times performed.)

Works with the assistance of a Fleet Maintenance Technicians , Lead Fleet Maintenance Technician, Fleet Supervisor or Fleet Manager, when performing technical and diagnostic type repairs.

The FMT-1 Technician’s task assignments are directed by shop management to encourage skills and experience development. Performs basic vehicle maintenance, component replacements and minor repairs, performs preventive maintenance with training and support, performs facility maintenance duties, uses shop management system and other electronic systems available, diagnoses minor mechanical and electronic problems, uses diagnostic computer when applicable, Identifies root cause of “minor ” failures/conditions and perform repairs as required, interacts with drivers to properly determine nature of complaint once assigned a task, works in accordance with all federal/state and corporate compliance guidelines (i.e., safety, DOT), other support duties as required to support operations. Experience in transportation maintenance in lieu of or, any combination of classroom training or work experience totaling 1 year of mechanical repairs on heavy duty and medium duty equipment.

  • Maintain equipment to desired performance levels.
  • Complete work orders in a timely manner maintaining high quality standards  
  • Keep management informed of safety, operator and equipment observations and concerns 
  • Perform prescribed Preventative Maintenance. 
  • Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and accurate format, and completed with required information.
  • Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP’s.
  • Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes. 
  • Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.   
  • Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area.
  • Follow all required work safe practices. This would include wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.
  • Responsible for food safety, pre-requisite programs and food quality related to designated area.   
  • Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately. 
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

BENEFITS:

  • 401(k) with company contribution
  • Competitive pay
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits
  • Service recognition and employee rewards
  • Employee referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Uniforms provided
  • Work for dairy farm families
Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • No experience required with certificate; 1 year experience without certificate required.
  • Mechanic Certifications and CDL-A preferred.1 year related experience and/or training; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.   
  • Refrigeration license preferred.
  • Must be able to stand, walk, kneel, bend, reach, crawl required for virtually the entire shift. 
  • Able to lift up to 50 pounds and assist others when lifting is required.  Manipulation of tools, equipment and truck component is required. 
  • Must be computer literate, and have experience with engine, ABS, transmission, etc. diagnostic equipment and software.

 

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Other facts

Tech stack
Routine Maintenance,Repair Services,Preventive Maintenance,Diagnostic Equipment,Mechanical Repairs,Electronic Problems,Safety Compliance,Documentation,Communication,Teamwork,Problem Solving,Continuous Improvement,Food Safety,Sanitary Work Area,PPE Compliance,Heavy Duty Equipment,Medium Duty Equipment

About Kemps

A family of farmers, neighbors and friends.

Since 1914, Kemps has been delighting families throughout the upper Midwest with wholesome and delicious dairy products. From our beginnings as a small creamery in Southeastern Minnesota, Kemps has extended its roots to include the manufacture and marketing of fresh milk, premium ice cream and frozen yogurt, frozen novelties, sour cream and cottage cheese through retail supermarkets and food service channels. Headquartered today in St. Paul, Minnesota, we operate six manufacturing facilities in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and North Dakota and have over 1,200 employees.

Our commitment to taste and quality remains unchanged. Our purpose at Kemps is to “Nourish Families.”
• By providing wholesome dairy products that nourish families and promote happiness.
• Through the support we provide each other as a family of employees.
• Through the engagement of our employees in the communities we serve.
• Through the return we provide for our farmer owners and their families.

Kemps is a wholly owned subsidiary of Dairy Farmers of America. 100% of our profits go to dairy farmers and their families.

Team size: 1,001-5,000 employees
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Industry: Food Production
Founding Year: 1914

What you'll do

  • The Fleet Diesel Mechanic performs routine maintenance and repair services on various vehicles under supervision. They also diagnose minor mechanical and electronic problems and interact with drivers to determine the nature of complaints.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Fleet Diesel Mechanic do at Kemps?

As a Fleet Diesel Mechanic at Kemps, you will: the Fleet Diesel Mechanic performs routine maintenance and repair services on various vehicles under supervision. They also diagnose minor mechanical and electronic problems and interact with drivers to determine the nature of complaints..

Why join Kemps as a Fleet Diesel Mechanic?

Kemps is a leading Food Production company.

Is the Fleet Diesel Mechanic position at Kemps remote?

The Fleet Diesel Mechanic position at Kemps is based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States and Huntington, Indiana, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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