Garage Diesel Mechanic

Overview

Johanna Foods is a state-of-the-art food manufacturer located in Flemington, New Jersey. Privately operated since 1995, Johanna Foods is now one of the country's largest producers and distributors of fruit juices, drinks and yogurt. Our products include the popular La Yogurt and Sabor Latino yogurt, Tree Ripe juices, Earth Wise juice beverages, Ssips and Sabor Latino drinks and nectars, and Ssips aseptic drink boxes, all using cutting-edge technologies and only the freshest, highest quality ingredients. Johanna Foods is also a leading private label and co-pack juice and yogurt producer, manufacturing products for numerous leading retailers and brands.

Job Summary: 

Part of a team of Garage Mechanics that perform preventative maintenance, repairs and inspections on a fleet of trailers, yard tractors, and over-the-road tractors.   Responsible for maintaining repair records and parts inventory in Garage, and for documenting parts required.

Johanna Foods Compensation:

• Compensation $26.00- $31.00/hour, based on skills, experience, qualifications and testing
• Premium healthcare benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage
• Retirement savings account
• Company paid life insurance, vacation, holidays and sick days
• Full-time, 40-hour work week plus overtime opportunities

Responsibilities

• Ability to complete preventative maintenance and repairs on: Brakes (ABS), Wheels, Tires, Starters, Suspensions, Drive Belts, Hoses, Ignition Systems, Computer Codes, Turbos, Noises and Emissions.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance, such as changing oil, checking batteries, lubricating equipment, fluid changes.
• Ability to drive a yard jockey tractor to move trailers between yard and garage.
• Ability to diagnose and repair ThermoKing refrigeration units on trailers.
• Ability to diagnose and repair electrical issues on transport equipment.
• Knowledge and skillset required to complete DOT inspections on trailers.

Schedule:

Tue - Sat 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Qualifications

• Technical training and certifications in areas of mechanical, refrigeration, electrical and welding
• Welding skills documented via certification or evidence of work experience
• Basic knowledge of computer systems and other relevant electronics
• In-depth knowledge of diesel engine components and operational mechanisms
• Proficiency in the use of diesel engine diagnostic software
• Sufficient base tools to perform duties
• Knowledge of maintenance tools and repair equipment
• Comfortable using mechanical and electrical power tools
• Track record of workplace safety
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required to interact with other Garage Mechanics and management
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Keen attention to detail
• Work experience satisfactory to JFI hiring manager(s)