Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another – all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!

Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for a 2nd shift Diesel Mechanic at our Russellville manufacturing plant. This position is responsible for the inspecting, repairing and preventative maintenance of both gasoline and diesel vehicles of Carpenter Co. Assures that all vehicles are available to meet the established shipping schedule to transport finished products to our customers.

Carpenter Co. employees are committed to working hard to ensure production goals are met while maintaining operations excellence. As the Diesel Mechanic, you will be expected to have daily communication with other maintenance employees, Traffic Manager, Dispatcher, over the road drivers and other managers and employees in the manufacturing plant. Works in a normal truck shop environment with constant exposure to temperature changes. Uses safety sensitive equipment in the performance of the job. Major challenges involve the timely repair of equipment to make sure equipment is ready to make deliveries to customers on a timely basis.

Your additional responsibilities as a Diesel Mechanic will include:

• Service and repair all tractors, vehicles, and trailers within the Department of Transportation and Carpenter Co. guidelines, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to perform diagnostic tests with computers and other testing equipment.
• Coordinates the repair and maintenance of fleet equipment through a daily repair schedule.
• Complete and maintain all documentation properly in accordance with Company and Department of Transportation Policy.
• Knowledgeable in all the Carpenter Co. safety rules and regulations.
• Assures that the Value of Order in the garage is an everyday standard of practice.
• Must maintain a current CDL.
• Should possess the knowledge and ability to repair a diesel or gasoline engine and the powertrain.
• Reports all major mechanical failures that could affect the operation of the Traffic Department.

Skills and Requirements: 

• Major duties and responsibilities of the job can be satisfactorily performed with a high school education or GED.
• 2-4 years of mechanical experience.
• Basic reading, writing and mathematical skills are essential.
• Ability to read and interpret a tape measure.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Must be DOT Certified in repair areas.
• Current CDL may be required.
• Ability to work flexible hours and overtime.

Carpenter Co. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other legally protected characteristic.

Carpenter Co. conducts pre-employment drug testing on all applicants that receive and accept a written offer of employment.

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Education

• Preferred: Technical/other training — Mechanical Systems — or related field

Experience

• Required: 2–4 years: Mechanical