Journeyman Diesel Technician - Kenworth Sales Company

Are you ready to join an industry leader with a strong foundation of success? Kenworth Sales Company was awarded the 2020 Dealer of the Year award and after 77 years of consistent excellence, we are still growing! 

The world learned just how essential the trucking industry is over the last couple of years! Come be a part of our success and the valuable impact the trucking industry has on our economy!
Enjoy a fast-paced work environment, interactive role with team members and customers along with many opportunities for growth among our 25 locations in the West and 9 locations in the East.


Due to federally mandated DOT regulations, Kenworth Sales is a drug-free workplace. Any offer of employment will be contingent on passing a pre-employment drug screening.

Full rich benefit package including medical, dental and vision and paid life ins as well as a 401K with an aggressive match, vacation and holiday pay.


Journeyman Diesel Technician Job Summary:

The primary function of the Journeyman Diesel Technician is to perform superior quality repairs to customer equipment and make recommendations for further services as determined by the Technician in the course of the servicing. 

Journeyman Diesel Technician Duties and Responsibilities:

1.  Receives repair order assignments from Service Manager/Foreman.
2.  Performs work directed in repair order in a timely and thorough manner. 
3. Maintains superior standard of workmanship in all services performed.
4.  Advises Foreman of any recommended changes in services ordered by customer.
5.  Determines if any further repairs or servicing should be recommended to customer and communicates such recommendations to the Shop Lead and/or Service Writer.
6. Maintains a level of training and experience with specialized equipment, machinery, and servicing techniques necessary for superior servicing of the customer’s equipment. Attends training sessions as required from time to time by Service Manager.
7.  Performs additional repairs required when any piece of equipment is returned by customer because of Technician’s faulty workmanship.
8.  Maintain accurate work order records of work performed and time clocked on job.
9.  Follow all Warranty Vendor guidelines while keeping service desk informed. Mark and retain all parts as per warranty vendor guidelines.
10.  Accept and represent company department in all directed after hours call-out situations.
11. Keep work area in a functional and clean state.
12. Fortify a positive and cohesive work environment.
13. Aid and train apprentice technicians as directed by Service Manager/Foreman.

Journeyman Diesel Technician Qualifications:

Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information. High school diploma or the equivalent.  Five years of experience as a heavy-duty truck repair technician with an emphasis on engine repair. Working knowledge of all heavy truck repair methods. Ability to operate power and hand tools and other equipment safely. Working knowledge of P/C and Laptop Computers Excellent communication and managerial skills.  Valid Commercial Driver's License preferred and good driving record. Professional personal appearance. 

WORKING CONDITIONS

This is a physically demanding position.  Will stand six to eight hours per shift; lift parts weighing up to 50 pounds. Will stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, handle and feel. Will be exposed to noise, vibration, dust, exhaust fumes, paint, and other hazardous and nonhazardous materials. Must climb in and out of customer's vehicles to record information and road drive.  S/he will be required to wear a dealership uniform.


BENEFITS

We offer a full benefits package with retirement and paid life insurance. Also includes vacation time, sick days and paid holidays.


Kenworth Sales Company is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.