Diesel Mechanic

Job Description

With roots reaching back to 1901, New Vision Co-op serves more than 2,000 member-owners from 18 different locations, providing products and services focused on feed, grain, and agronomy. New Vision offers limitless opportunities for passionate individuals looking to unlock a deeper value for the future of agriculture and our communities. Our growing company is in search for new talent for the role of Diesel Mechanic.

Summary:  Performs maintenance and repairs on New Vision vehicles, troubleshoots, diagnoses, and repairs mechanical problems in equipment, and maintains a clean and organized work area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Supports New Vision Co-op’s stated Vision, Mission, and Business Values.
• Projects a positive attitude to customers and employees at all times.
• Provides outstanding and courteous customer service.
• Performs routine maintenance and repairs on New Vision vehicles according to OSHA and New Vision safety standards.
• Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and repairs mechanical problems in equipment with new or remanufactured parts.
• Inspects and tests equipment and maintains fleet in DOT compliant condition.
• Keeps all work areas clean and organized.
• Coordinates equipment downtime with Supervisor.
• Completes and archives paperwork as required by Supervisor.
• Reports major repairs and abuse of equipment to Supervisor.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 1 year formal training in diesel mechanics or 1 year experience as a diesel mechanic; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Commercial Vehicle Inspector Certification preferred. 
• Must have demonstrable mechanical skills. 
• Must have good communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as a member of a team.
• Valid Class D. Class A CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) and health card certification preferred. No moving violations for one year. No DUI violations for five (5) years.

Why New Vision?

Along with competitive wages, New Vision offers well rounded health insurance benefits including dental, vision, group life, & long/short term disability, HSA/FSA, and 401k (with a 6% company match). Employees benefits also include paid holidays, volunteer time, PTO, clothing allowances, referral program, and profit sharing.