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Quality Scales Unlimited
Field Service Technician & Class B (or A) Manual Transmission Driver
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What they do
A Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver drives large commercial vehicles such as tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, or big rigs. Responsibilities typically include transporting cargo across long distances, sometimes over the course of multiple days. They may work for trucking companies, freight carriers, logistics, or shipping companies.
$37,873 / year median in California
-20% projected decline
Job Description
Quality Scales Unlimited is the largest independent weighing equipment company in California and we are growing! Our company is committed to delivering the highest-quality, technically superior scale service in the industry. To support our continued growth, we are seeking all levels of Field Service Technicians. Field Service Technicians play an important role at our company. They perform the work for our customers, are the face of the company, and create and build on the reputation for high-quality work and customer service we've worked years to create. As a technician, you will be responsible for performing preventative maintenance, calibration, repairs, and installations of electro-mechanical weighing equipment at customer facilities throughout Northern and Central California. We serve a wide range of industries, from waste to food manufacturing. Our technicians primarily work outdoors but can also have jobs within laboratories or warehouses. Our technicians often work under scales within confined spaces and occasionally work from heights on conveyor and hopper scales. The equipment we service can be as small as a shoebox, or as large as a rail car or 500,000lb capacity tank. Some scale systems are fairly basic, and others can be connected to PLCs or other peripheral devices. Most jobs require two technicians, making teamwork essential. Starting off, you will always work with another technician, who will guide and train you, and support you as you learn. Your typical day will begin and end at our shop in Morgan Hill, CA where you will load/unload the equipment and tools needed for the day. The role will also go out of town at times, generally from one to four nights per trip. To drive our large trucks used for testing to higher capacities we require a Class B CDL for manual transmission. It's wonderful when applicants already have a Class B (or A). All new hires will be asked to obtain a license if they do not already have one. No experience with weighing equipment? No, problem! We will teach you the knowledge and skills needed to be successful. If you are electrically or mechanically inclined, enjoy troubleshooting, have a willingness to learn, have a flexible personal schedule, and possess a positive attitude, we can provide training specific to the scale industry. Qualifications Over 21 years old (requirement for insurance) High-School Diploma or GED; AA Degree in mechanical, electrical or industrial maintenance or repair (preferred) 1-2 years of directly related work experience on maintenance of mechanical or electrical systems (preferred) Class C license with clean record; Class A/B for manual transmission Ability to read, write and understand the English language Average computer skills (PC/Windows/Office) Enjoy working in small teams in a variety of work locations and environments Available to work variable hours, overtime, and occasional weekends Clean Background and Driving Record Ability to Pass Pre-Employment and Random Drug Screenings Physical Requirements Physically strong, with the ability to lift 50 pound weights above your head - frequent kneeling, squatting, bending, pushing/ pulling Work both indoors and outdoors in all types of industrial businesses with exposure to hot, cold, dirty and confined space environments Daily driving up to a two plus hour radius of Visalia Neat, clean and professional appearance Responsibilities Perform scale system preventative maintenance, installations and repairs Load equipment, tools, parts and PPE needed for execution of scale services Assist with maintaining, stowing and cleaning equipment, vehicles and tools Follow company safety guidelines Maintain communication with Scale Service Technician co-workers and Field Service Manager daily Complete all job related documentation Carry out Overtime, On-Call and Out-of-Town duties as required Behaviors Demonstrate self-motivation and positive energy Be organized, detail oriented and accountable Work efficiently with a sense of urgency; stay committed to the task through completion Interact with co-workers and customers in a professional and respectful manner Ability to handle frequent job changes, delays and unexpected events during work day The starting pay range for this position is $26 to $29 per hour. There is also a $2000 signing bonus for candidates that have a CDL A or B license, for a manual transmission. This is a full time, non-exempt position with potential for overtime based out of Morgan Hill, California. Daily hours will vary, but technicians work over 40 hours/week. Benefits include 401k with employer matching, medical insurance, dental and vision reimbursement, life insurance, paid time off and paid holidays.