Diesel Mechanic B (3rd Shift)

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 3rd Shift Diesel Mechanic B at our Temple, TX plant. This position is responsible for performing preventative maintenance on all Company vehicles and trailers.

Carpenter Co. employees are committed to working hard to ensure production goals are met while maintaining best in class quality standards. The successful candidate will be expected to communicate with the department Lead Person, Traffic Manager, Production Managers and all the other employees in the department to make sure that all scheduled and unscheduled repairs are repaired in a timely manner.  This position requires occasional overtime, trouble call-ins and some scheduled weekend work.

Responsibilities include:

• Ability to recognize and repair problems when inspecting trailers
• Timely communication of problems and issues affecting plant performance to management
• Demonstrate the ability to perform work independently (work alone)
• Has the ability to recognize mechanical problems before a breakdown through an established preventative maintenance
• Communicate with and maintain a team-based attitude with fellow co-workers and managers.

Skills/ Requirements

• 6 mos. - 1+ years mechanical experience is highly preferred
• Ability to drive all Company vehicles
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to be Carpenter Co Forklift certified

Important Notes

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 who receive and accept a written offer of employment.

Carpenter Co. offers a comprehensive affordable benefits package including excellent health insurance, generous profit-sharing plan, and much more. We offer long-term career opportunities for our employees in a stable industry and clean working environment.  To learn more, check us out at www.carpenter.com.