Diesel Technician Trainee

Description

As a Diesel Technician Trainee, you will be joining a team that provides company paid continued education and training, invests in up-and-coming technicians entering the workforce, and takes pride in providing clean shops with the latest tooling and computer diagnostic equipment.

Relocation support is also available for qualified candidates on a case-by-case basis. If interested, we invite you to discuss this with the hiring manager during the interview stage.

We offer a full benefits package for benefits eligible employees including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Wellness Solutions
• Life (Voluntary and Employer Paid) and Disability Insurance
• 401(K) with company match beginning with your first contribution
• HSA and/or FSA, as applicable
• PTO to include paid sick time as applicable by state and federal law and Company Paid Holidays
• Employee Car Discount Program

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform repairs following OEM standards.
• Verify warranty, if applicable, on all repair orders
• Adhere to company safety guidelines.
• Communicate openly with management and other Company personnel.
• Diagnose and repair vehicle malfunctions.
• Maintain neat and work area. Accountable for all dealership owned tools.
• Additional duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

• Activities require a full range of motion including handling, lifting, manual dexterity, finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination
• Position requires sitting, standing, balancing, bending or stooping for prolonged periods of time
• Position requires the occasional ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 80 pounds
• Position requires corrected vision and hearing within normal range
• Required to preform work inside and outside, in all weather situations, at the shop division locations.
• Must be able to operate simple, complex and heavy-duty machinery

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver's License and MVR in good standing
• Motivated individual who can work independently
• Familiarity with all aspects of gas and diesel truck repair and maintenance including engine repair, transmission repair, drivability and electrical diagnostics, suspension, brake systems, etc.
• Must possess a complete set of hand tools with rollaway toolbox
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• The ability to display attention to detail
• Ability to successfully complete a general abilities assessment, pass a post-offer background check, physical and drug screen

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Experience diagnosing and repairing diesel trucks and medium and heavy-duty RVs as applicable
• Diesel Engine Technology Certification(s) and/or Education
• Freightliner and/or Western Star experience.

JOB DETAILS:

• Type: Hourly- Transition to Flat-Rate
• Compensation Range: $20.00 - $24.00
• Bonus Eligibility: No
• Reports To: Service Manager
• Shift: 1st Shift
• Closing Date: Open until filled

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