Garage Tech III

Location: Modesto, CA Department: Garage Reports To: Garage Manager

Your Role: A Garage Technician / Mechanic is responsible for performing diagnostics, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance on our fleet of diesel trucks and/or Refrigerated and dry van trailers. Key duties will include:

• Troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and overhaul brake, HVAC, and major drive line component systems
  
• Diagnostics and repair of electrical, lighting, and onboard vehicle computer systems
  
• Provide breakdown support to drivers and other distribution center garage employees
  
• Perform preventive maintenance procedures utilized to maintain the company fleet of diesel truck and trailer assets per established company procedures
  
• Accurately document all work performed
  
• Maintain the shop area in a clean, safe and professional manner
  
• Apply lean thinking and tools to eliminate waste in all areas of the position
  
• Schedule: Wed - Sat 3:30pm - 2:00am. Ability to work on-call based upon facility needs
  
• Work both inside and outside in all weather conditions
  
• Regular moving and lifting of heavy objects and machinery up to 75 pounds
  

Role Specifics:

• Will need to obtain brake inspection certification and Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 6 months of hire
  

What Can Dot Offer You?

As a family-owned and -operated company since 1960, Dot Foods has created a strong family culture within the business. As a vital part of that family unit, we want to ensure you feel included and respected for any differing ideas. We appreciate those opinions and count on them to make us successful. In addition to an inclusive working environment, we will provide you with:

• Competitive pay: $36.08 - $46.80 per hour with a $2 night shift differential
  
• Full benefits package - including medical, dental, 401k and profit-sharing
  
• Family-friendly work environment

We Need You To Have:

• Obtain a valid class A CDL within 6 months of employment
  
• Minimum of 4 years mechanic experience or technical school graduate
  
• 40 hours of specialized technical training through an approved truck or refrigeration manufacturer
  
• High school diploma or GED
  
• Ability to lift 75 lbs as needed
  

We'd Like You To Have:

• History of performing specialized troubleshooting and repairs using manufacturer diagnostic tools
  
• Previous experience providing support and leadership to other technicians and mechanics
  
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience
  
• Desire to be a strong team player working in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
  

Safety: This position assumes responsibility for the workplace safety of self and co-workers, and for the safety conditions of the work locations, exercise and promotes safe behaviors and show unyielding support of programs, rules and policies regarding safety.

EOE/AA Employer: Dot believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities. Dot will not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status or other basic classes protected by applicable federal or state law provided they are qualified for employment or for existing positions.