Main characteristics
- Location
- Peru, Illinois
- Company
- Dohrn Transfer Company
- Industry
- Human Resources
Job summary
Description/Job SummaryDohrn Transfer is a leading Midwest LTL Carrier providing less-than-truckload, truckload, and value-added services throughout our 10-state service area. Join our team and become a part of our new growth and bright future! We offer competitive salary and a great benefit package in an exciting, rewarding industry.
Dohrn is currently seeking a Trailer Mechanic for our Peru, IL Terminal!
2nd Shift Available - 4 Day Work Week!
Up to $30.60/Hour with CDL & ASE incentives Training available for incentives
12 months to Top Scale!
Benefits: Health / Vision / Dental insurance, 401k matching, life insurance, short/long term disability and more.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Mechanics are responsible for safely and efficiently maintaining Dohrn fleet vehicles
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A minimum age of 18
High School completion or equivalent
Command of English language to communicate effectively with internal and external customers
Must pass a NON-Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination and functional screen NOTE: CDL-qualified mechanics will be subject to a DOT physical examination
Must consent to a pre-employment drug screen; Dohrn Transfer must receive a negative result
Experience is preferred
Federal inspection certifications are preferred
Knowledge of methods, materials, tools and techniques used in the repair and maintenance of a variety of automotive and mechanical equipment is required
Must have previous experience maintaining detailed and routine record keeping
Manual dexterity required
Must possess knowledge of occupational hazards & standard safety precautions
Must possess excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to communicate to both internal and external customers
Ability to work in a team as well as individually
Excellent attendance
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Operate and inspect mechanical equipment to diagnose defects
Preventive maintenance of equipment
Dismantle and reassemble equipment
Plan work procedure using charges and experience
Repair, replace and adjust necessary units and parts
Enter labor lines and parts into repair order computer system
May travel to other company shop locations when staff is needed
React to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Overtime may be necessary during peak periods; Must be able to work a varied schedule or travel based on need
Heavy work: exerting up to 50 pounds of force frequently to lift, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, and 100+ lbs. on an occasional basis
Subject to both internal and external environmental conditions: work occurs inside and outside; Outside work may be in extreme weather conditions
Subject to: standing, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and reaching for sustained periods of time
Subject to noise: there is sufficient noise to require shouting in order to be heard above the ambient noise level
Subject to hazards: includes a variety of physical working conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, and exposure to chemicals
Subject to atmospheric conditions: one or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: fumes, odors, dusts, mists and gases
Required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: operate machines and motor vehicles
The worker is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as: visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication of parts at distances close to the eye
To navigate to the Dohrn Transfer Career Center and apply for this position, please go to and select the Peru, IL location.
Dohrn Transfer Company, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, geographic background, physical and/or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
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