Mechanic

Shift and Time:

7:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday (Some Saturdays)

Wage:

$29 - $38 an hour

Summary:

Maintain an organized and efficient shop environment to support daily operations and equipment readiness. Prioritize and complete work orders in coordination with leadership to ensure deadlines are met. Perform preventative maintenance, DOT inspections, and repairs on fleet vehicles and construction equipment. Diagnose and repair gas and diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and electrical components on trucks and trailers. Mount and balance tires while ensuring equipment is operating safely and efficiently. Manage tool and parts inventory to minimize downtime and keep equipment operational. Coordinate and communicate repair progress, schedules, and equipment status with management. Provide backup support for freight and material deliveries between North Dakota and Minnesota branch locations. Assist with yard organization and maintain awareness of equipment, materials, and tool storage locations. Participate in ongoing safety, product knowledge, and operational training sessions. Support field crews by ensuring vehicles and equipment are reliable, allowing projects to be completed on time and to high-quality standards.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Prior experience repairing/maintaining 1-ton diesel trucks, skid steers, small engines, and trailers. Must be a team player with a positive attitude and the ability to complete repairs in a timely manner. Computer skills required, and ERP experience beneficial.

Physical Requirements:

Required to stand for long periods of time Must be able to lift or move up to 50 pounds Occasionally required to walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs or ladders, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch Work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions Safety is #1 at

DFC:

Our expectation is that every employee: 1) strictly follows safety policies, rules, and safe work methods. 2) Promptly corrects or reports safety hazards or unsafe conditions. 3) Promptly reports injuries for diagnosis and treatment. 4) Makes regular suggestions for safety process improvements to support continuous improvement in safety.

Benefits:

Health Insurance :

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.

Retirement Plans :

401(k) with company match.

Paid Time Off :

Paid vacation days and six company-paid holidays.

Additional Compensation :

Profit sharing or annual bonus plans.

Other Benefits :

Employee assistance program. Dakota Unlimited (a division of Dakota Fence Company, along with Dakota Fence, 3D Specialties, Sign Solutions USA, Dakota Playground, Park & Play USA, Town & Country Fence, West River Striping, Stadium Steve, DFC Property Management) is a growing fence contractor primarily involved in residential/commercial fence, gates and automated gate systems. We provide services to homeowners, commercial businesses, and government entities. Our dedicated employees (our "Blue Family") work from our Twin Cities facility and throughout the state of Minnesota. As an employer of choice in the area, we invest in our people, our equipment, and our facilities to offer our Blue Family team members a great working environment and career while delivering the best possible value to our customers. EOE-Disabled/Vets.