Truck Shop Mechanic

THE KOCH FOODS FAMILY IS GROWING!

Where you work matters; we want you to spend that time at a place you like, and with friends you enjoy.

Our job offers growth for the future, a clear path towards earning more responsibility, gaining greater satisfaction, and achieving higher pay.

What you can expect from the time you walk in the door to stepping out on the floor:

  • A welcome phone call from your recruiter.
  • An interview and possible same day offer!
  • Take a drug test and get a medical evaluation.
  • You could be starting work as soon as the next day!

WHAT WE’LL OFFER YOU…

  • Starting pay rate for this position is $18.25/hour (with attendance bonus) and increases with experience.
  • Earn a $1,400 retention bonus.
  • Earn a $3.00/hour attendance bonus.
  • Opportunities for overtime pay.
  • We'll provide you will all of your PPE gear.
  • Take home a paycheck every Friday!
  • Be recognized and appreciated with cook-outs, giveaways and drawings.
  • You’ll be offered full health, dental and vision insurance.
  • Regardless of medical plan you’ll receive a FREE $25,000 life insurance policy.
  • Use our purchasing program to finance everything from a bed, to a TV to a diamond!
  • You deserve a break, we’ll reward you with paid time off.
  • You can earn a $700 referral bonus every time you refer a friend who is hired.
  • Be a part of a Family Oriented Company that offers so much more!!

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING…

  • Your work day will begin at 2 pm and work until around 11 pm, Sunday through Thursday.
  • You will inspect and diagnose trailer malfunctions.
  • Troubleshoot faults, repairing or replacing defective/damaged components.
  • Perform regular, routine check-ups and preventive maintenance.
  • Maintain cleanliness and order of tools and work area.
  • All other relevant duties to the job.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TEAM…

  • You must have mechanic experience/knowledge.

THE ENVIRONMENT YOU CAN EXPECT…

  • You will be working in a truck shop.
  • You'll need to be able to walk, twist, bend and lift various weights.

THE DETAILS…

Team members must meet eligibility requirements to earn benefits and incentives after probationary period of employment.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by an employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to perform other related duties as assigned, to ensure workload coverage. This job description does NOT constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to change by the employer as the organizational needs and requirements of the job change.

Koch Foods participates in the E-Verify system and uses all tools made available by the federal government to confirm the employment eligibility of all employees. All applicants are required to provide documentation proving their employment eligibility, and all offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the E-Verify process. U.S. law requires companies to employ only individuals who may legally work in the United States – either U.S. citizens, or foreign citizens who have the necessary authorization.

Koch Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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