SCHEDULE

Monday through Friday 7:30am- 5:30pm

What You'll Do:

Tests, services, and repairs tractors, trailers and related mechanical components.

• Perform in-depth diagnostic and repairs on engines, transmission, driveline, HVAC, electrical, suspension, lighting systems, body panels, brakes and air systems etc.
• Perform light trailer body repairs including doors, tires, lighting system etc.
• Act as a mentor and trainer to Tech I and II's as needed.
• Identify and obtain necessary replacement parts as needed to execute repairs.
• Drive trucks and yard jockey trailers in and out of shop before and after repairs.
• Repair/replace bolts on body parts such as hoods and cab extenders.
• Perform DOT inspections as outlined in USX guidelines; accurately complete DOT forms and all other forms of documentation in timely fashion.
• Perform open seat inspections to prepare tractor for next driver.
• Perform 90-day lease operator inspections.
• Perform basic or minor repairs and inspections on brakes, tires, wiring etc.
• Perform basic and routine preventative maintenance on tractors and trailers as outlined in USX PM guidelines.
• Check vehicle fluids (e.g. transmission, oil, windshield wiper, antifreeze, etc.).
• Change vehicle tires.
• Grease mechanical parts.
• Clean and maintain work area on a daily basis.
• Maintain a high level of productivity and be able to work within or better than SRT times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For:

​ Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical Diploma from an accredited Diesel Technology preferred. ​ Experience
• Minimum of 3-7 years of tractor and trailer experience required.
• A Technical Diploma from an accredited Diesel Technology Program may substitute for 1 year of the required experience.
• Experience in the transportation industry a plus. ​ Skills/Certifications
• ASE Certifications preferred.
• DOT, AC, and brake certifications required.
• Advanced welding skills required.
• Proficiency in using OEM websites for diagnostic repairs.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Ability to read and write.
• Must be consistently capable of independently analyzing and safely resolving mechanical problems.
• Must provide own hand tools that is adequate to perform job functions.
• OEM Online Certifications preferred.

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Physical Requirements:

while performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk or hear; frequently stands, walks, uses hands to finger, handle or feel; and reaches with hands and arms. ​ Ability to stand for long periods of time supporting full body weight Ability to walk 1000 feet minimum and change positions frequently Ability to frequently move shoulders with full range of motion in all six planes of movement Ability to reach heights over 72" frequently; ability to crouch to height of 18" frequently Ability to reach and stretch across the midline with full cervical range of motion and bilateral range of motion Ability to use hand tools constantly for extended periods of time Ability to stoop to 30" minimum and kneel to 18" minimum Ability to frequently climb 51' with one 24" step and pull full body weight. Ability to frequently climb stairs 24" without a hand hold rail. Ability to pull self up ladder with 4x17"steps with upper body pull. Ability to constantly go in/out of truck on 51" and one 24" step pulling full body weight. Ability to frequently go up and down ramp. Ability to occasionally push 250 lbs, pull 125 lbs, frequently push/pull 100/50 lbs and constantly push/pull 50/25 lbs. Ability to occasionally carry, lift overhead, high, low and medium lift 51/75 lbs, frequently 50/21 lbs and constantly 20/1 lbs.

• Must be able to perform all physical requirements with reasonable accommodation.

Pay:

$25.00 - $35.64 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): How many years of Diesel experience do you have? What is your preferred hourly rate? Have you ever worked for US Xpress, Total Transportation, Knight or Swift?

Work Location:

In person