Journeyman Heavy Duty Diesel Technician - NW FLEET TRUCK TRAILER REPAIR INC
Tukwila, WA
About the Job
Job Requirements:
Accurately diagnose, repair, and maintain all parts and components on class 5 through class 8 trucks and trailing equipment in a timely manner and quality fashion, including but not limited to the following:
Perform front line mechanic inspections, preventive maintenance services and DOT inspections on both diesel and gasoline vehicles as well as trailers
Diagnose and repair air and hydraulic brake systems, suspension, and steering components
Diagnose and repair starting and charging system components
Diagnose, repair, and replace drive train components including transmissions, clutches, drivelines, and differentials
Perform all repairs to engines as needed including replacing cylinder heads, injectors, injection pumps, pistons, crankshafts, camshafts, gears, pumps, bearings, seals, gaskets, water pumps, engine electronics, etc.
Diagnosed and repair air conditioning systems including compressors, valves, condensers, and evaporators
Utilize diagnostic tools including laptops, scanners and wiring diagrams and measuring tools including a caliper
Diagnose and repair electrical and lighting systems, ABS systems, tire and brake monitoring systems, engine, body, and transmission electronics
Perform welding and fabrication with steel, stainless steel, and aluminum
Perform minor repairs on semi-trailers and truck cargo boxes including roll up and swing door repairs, tire replacement, brake repairs, suspension repairs, electrical systems and repair body panels, roofs, and frame rails
Respond to vehicle breakdowns in the field when requested
Assist other mechanics as needed
Operate Company vehicles in accordance with local, state, federal and Company policies and safe driving practices
Perform occasional facility maintenance for the Company and/or customers facilities
Perform all other duties as assigned by Lead Mechanic, Shop Foreman, Area Fleet Manager or Shop Coordinator
Thoroughly, timely, neatly, and accurately document vehicle repairs and maintenance including a complete accounting of all labor hours, parts and materials used through maintenance software and daily worksheets
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive working relationship with all fleet, customer, and operations personnel
Display professional conduct with customers, co-workers, outside suppliers and contacts
Maintain safe and clean work areas
Take responsibility for and demonstrate safe work practices
Adhere to Company and OSHA safety guidelines
Operate a forklift as needed to perform repairs and move heavy parts
Qualifications:
3 to 5 years of relevant experience or combination of school and experience
Must have the skill level to diagnose, begin a job and see it through to completion with minimal guidance, ensuring tasks are executed efficiently and deadlines are met.
Provide own hand and air tools and storage for same
Valid Drivers license and good driving record required; CDL preferred but not required
Pass a criminal history background screen as required by our customer base
Be able to lift and install all parts required to perform the job including heavier parts such as brake drums, tires, flywheels, clutches, starters, suspension spring packs, etc.
Benefits include:
medical, health savings plan, dental, vision, vacation, sick pay, holiday pay, retirement plan, life insurance, uniforms provided
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Compensation details: 36-44 Hourly Wage
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