Diesel Fleet Technician​/Mechanic

About the role

• $32-$38 per hour based on experience
• Full-Time | Monday-Friday | Overtime Available

Cedar Crest Dairy is looking for an experienced Diesel Fleet Technician / Mechanic to join our transportation team in Hudsonville, MI.

This is an in-house fleet position where you'll work on Cedar Crest's own trucks and trailers in our 3-bay maintenance shop
. We provide the shop, equipment, and tools you need to do the job right—and you'll have the opportunity to work on a variety of heavy-duty equipment while keeping our fleet safe and reliable.

If you enjoy diagnosing problems, making repairs, and taking pride in keeping equipment on the road, we'd like to meet you.

• $32-$38/hour based on experience
• Monday-Friday schedule
• Overtime available
• Occasional on-call/weekend work
• Work on Cedar Crest's company-owned fleet
• 3-bay maintenance shop
• Company-provided tools and equipment
• Medical, dental and vision insurance effective the first of the month following your date of hire
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• Company-paid Basic Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Stable, family-owned company with a long-standing presence in West Michigan

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on Cedar Crest's Class A, B and C trucks and trailers
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and air systems
• Repair engines, transmissions, brakes, suspension, steering, exhaust and other truck systems
• Perform DOT inspections and ensure vehicles meet safety and compliance requirements
• Use diagnostic software, scan tools and other equipment to identify problems and complete repairs
• Complete work orders, maintenance records and inspection documentation
• Diagnose and repair refrigeration units on refrigerated equipment;
  Thermo King or Carrier experience is a plus
• Respond to occasional road calls and emergency repairs
• Work with drivers and transportation leadership to identify recurring equipment issues
• Keep the shop, tools and work areas clean, organized and safe
• Follow all DOT, safety and company requirements

• 2+ years of diesel, heavy-duty truck or fleet maintenance experience
• Heavy-duty/Class A truck experience strongly preferred
• Strong mechanical diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to use computerized diagnostic equipment and repair manuals
• Knowledge of DOT inspection and maintenance requirements
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. and perform physical tasks including bending, kneeling, climbing and standing for extended periods

• ASE T-Series certification
• Thermo King or Carrier refrigeration experience
• EPA refrigerant certification
• CDL Class A or B
• Welding or fabrication experience