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There are many different careers at Plaisted Companies to discover. We are currently seeking qualified individuals for the following positions:

Driver: Freight Division (CDL A Licensed)

Company Driver Benefits:

Earn Up To $75,000 The First Year
Company Pays Medical & Dental for the employee
Sign-On Bonus
Referral Bonus
401(k) Match
Drop Pay
Paid Time Off (PTO)
7 Paid Holidays
Assigned Trucks

Position Details:

Ability to be on assignment overnight (drivers are typically home every other day)
CDL A licensed or ability/willingness to become licensed – we train!
On-time pickup and delivery of freight
Strong communication skills
Commitment to safety

Diesel Mechanic: Full-Time, Part-Time, Weekends

Company Benefits:

Company Pays Medical & Dental for the employee
Sign-On Bonus
Referral Bonus
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off (PTO)
7 Paid Holidays

Position Details:

Repair, maintain and service assigned vehicles and equipment.
Ability to identify problems while creating solutions.
Perform diagnostic checks.
Complete required D.O.T inspections.
Support company’s core focus to provide our customers with consistent, high quality products and legendary customer service.

2nd Shift Shop Foreman:

Company Benefits:

Company Pays Medical & Dental for the employee
Referral Bonus
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off (PTO)
7 Paid Holidays

Position Details:

Lead, plan, and coordinate shop activities.
Collaborate with Maintenance Manager to ensure preventative maintained is performed.
Complete assigned work orders.
Monitor parts and materials.
Anticipate maintenance requirements.
Ensure all vehicles are in compliance with D.O.T rules and regulations.

Lube Tech:

Company Benefits:

Company Pays Medical & Dental for the employee
Referral Bonus
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off (PTO)
7 Paid Holidays

Position Details:

Perform routine equipment inspections.
Perform routine preventative maintenance services.
Assist in maintaining shop areas in compliance with OSHA.

Wash Bay Technician:

Company Benefits:

Company Pays Medical & Dental for the employee
Referral Bonus
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off (PTO)
7 Paid Holidays

Position Details:

2nd Shift Hours 4pm -12:30am
Washing vehicles and trailers as assigned by the wash bay supervisor
Perform waxing and polishing of assigned vehicles and trailers
Inspect for visible problems and reporting any discrepancies found
Replace all missing damaged lug nut covers and chrome center caps
Assist with other shop mechanics as required

Wash Bay Supervisor:

Company Benefits:

Company Pays Medical & Dental for the employee
Referral Bonus
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off (PTO)
7 Paid Holidays

Position Details:

2nd Shift Hours 4pm -12:30am
Lead, plan, and coordinate wash bay & wash bay technicians
Collaborate with shop foreman or maintenance manager and discuss daily team plan and any special projects needing attention
Wash and polish assigned vehicles and trailers
Train new employees on wash bay procedures and hold periodic refresher training/meetings
Maintain scale daily, inspect for damage, debris, flags and any repairs needed.
Maintain, organize and communicate reorder of inventory to the maintenance manager for washing supplies; polishing supplies; shop cleaning supplies; chrome accessories; janitorial supplies

Hiring Drivers
Pit Jobs
Hiring Diesel Mechanics
Front Office Career

"Plaisted Companies is driver-friendly - they work with the driver and you’re not just a number." -Brian Swanson (19 years with Plaisted Companies)

“I’ve been here 10 years and it still feels like a mom and pop type shop, it’s not corporate feeling. And also working close to home is a huge perk.” – Zach Springman

“Todd Plaisted cares about everyone. Todd himself is very team-oriented. I feel just as important as the next person, no matter what your title is, you are created equally.” -Echo Nelson

“Hand’s down, the people make Plaisted Companies a great place to work at.” – Doug Evans

"The equipment and trucks are well maintained and cared for!" - Brian Swanson (19 years with Plaisted Companies)

“It’s nice to get noticed for going above and beyond.” – Zach Springman

“I feel happy here every day to be honest. Even on really busy days, there’s always something to make it a good day here.” - Echo Nelson

“ The fulfillment of knowing that you are putting out a good product with quality equipment is what makes me feel really happy to work here.” – Doug Evans

"The supervisors make you feel important and supported. My supervisor Jack is out in the cold and dark checking on us every morning." - Brian Swanson (19 years with Plaisted Companies)

“I feel cared about because they trust me to take on bigger responsibilities” – Zach Springman

“There are so many times that I have felt cared about or valued here, but I really like when Todd sends out gift cards at the beginning or end of a really busy season. Or when my boss, Michelle, takes me out for a quarterly lunch check-in.” – Echo Nelson

“ The anniversary recognition every five years, every company gathering, talking to Todd Plaisted, I feel valued. I have from the day I started, and I still do 30 years later.” – Doug Evans

"The Christmas Party is my favorite - getting a Christmas bonus is a nice perk and the owner, Todd Plaisted, makes you feel appreciated." - Brian Swanson (19 years with Plaisted Companies)

“My favorite Plaisted Companies event outside of work is by far the Torque Truck racing at ERX Motor Park.” - Zach Springman

“My favorite Plaisted Companies event outside of work is the Christmas party. It really fun, there’s always good entertainment. Really any of the team-building exercises that we do are fun.” -Echo Nelson

“The Christmas party is a blast” -Doug Evans

"I think it's great that Plaisted Companies gives back to things like Day of the Dozers, The local CAER food shelf and Toys for Tots." - Brian Swanson

“Plaisted Companies is known throughout the town that we do good things for our community, like Day of the Dozers at ERX, and the High School sports sponsorships.” – Zach Springman

“We donate to many nonprofits and organizations in the area and there’s never a hesitation to donate black dirt or a fire pit to help someone in need.” -Echo Nelson

“ The Day of the Dozers and the money that gets raised for Children’s Hospital of Minnesota makes me very proud to work here.” – Doug Evans

"I enjoy the benefits and the paid time off benefits are outstanding!" - Brian Swanson

“Plaisted Companies has great incentives – the flexibility if something comes up and you need to leave work – you know someone is always there to cover for you.” – Zach Springman

“I don’t know of any other employer that offers the types of benefits that we have. The flexibility that I have with my schedule is huge and the PTO incentives are also great. I like that we can acquire more time off with our years of service.” -Echo Nelson

“ The freedom to take any day off that I want is very beneficial to me.” -Doug Evans

"My favorite employee has to be Jack because he truly cares about the drivers." - Brian Swanson

“My favorite co-workers are probably Dan Kreuser and Doug Evans – they make it fun out in the pit and it feels super laid back.” – Zach Springman

“ My favorite co-worker would have to be anyone that I’ve ever shared an office with. Amanda Duitsman, Megan Zachman and Meg Leonard. We have fun, we talk and laugh, all while getting our work done.” -Echo Nelson

“Jack VanOort, head of ground operations” has to be my favorite co-worker. He is uplifting to us old guys and he offers great moral support.” -Doug Evans

"Plaisted Companies does a great job of recognizing it's employees - the last time I was recognized was at the annual safety meeting for years of service." - Brian Swanson

“It’s nice to feel recognized. One of the things that Plaisted Companies does is if someone calls in to compliment you, they put it up on the TVs in the lobby area and employee break rooms.” – Zach Springman

“I love the Plaisted Bucks program. It’s always nice to get recognized when you do something above and beyond. No matter who it is, nothing ever goes unnoticed and someone is always saying thank you. That goes a long way.” - Echo Nelson

“I felt recognized for my 25th Anniversary at the Plaisted Companies annual safety meeting.” – Doug Evans

OUR CORE VALUES

Team Player

Passionately working together to achieve a common goal.

Honesty/Integrity

Earning trust through our everyday actions.

Enthusiastic/Energetic/Positive

Making each day rewarding and fun.

Customer Above All Else

Taking the extra step to provide the best customer experience.

Commitment to Excellence

Making each product and service to the best of our ability.

MISSION

To provide our customers with consistent, high-quality products that will meet or exceed their expectations.

We will amaze the customer with legendary customer service, offering a professional, friendly, and honest experience.

We will provide a positive, safe, and productive work environment in which all of our employees can feel engaged and excel in what they do.

VISION

We will continually seek diversification to enhance our services for our customers.

We will continually strive to be known for unique and innovative products, creative solutions to customer requests, and for setting the standard in our market for responsible delivery.

We will benefit our customers and community by being environmentally conscious through the use of recycled products and wise management of our natural resources.

We will support programs that teach confidence, honesty, integrity, and sportsmanship to the young people of our community.

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