Semi Truck Diesel Mechanic Technician-Emergency Roadside Service

Position Summary:

This diesel technician/mechanic position is focused on providing top service to our customers who have roadside assistance needs. This position will be responsible for being able to diagnose and repair all types of maintenance issues on the truck in all weather conditions in the safest manner on the side of the road.

Qualified candidates will have prior, demonstrated experience in tractor trailer repair and have proficiency in the use of all types of repair tools. Individuals must be willing to drive a our service vehicle that is outfitted with tools and supplies.

Shift Schedule:

On call Monday-Friday.

On call every other weekend.

Valid FL Driver's License Required

Major Responsibilities:

• Respond timely to road assist calls and repair units by identifying and determining: 1) parts requiring replacement, and 2) warrantable repairs, documented appropriately.
• Perform diagnostics and non-road assist call repairs that can be dropped quickly, as needed.
• Restock vehicle with tools, parts, tires, or anything else required to perform an effective road service.
• Perform maintenance or repairs to road vehicle as required.
• Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications:

• 2-4 years practical experience with tractor trailer maintenance required
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Vocational/Technical or certification preferred
• Specialized training in the repair and replacement of vehicle components preferred
• Proficiency in the use of shop tools required
• Air brake certification preferred
• Basic computer skills preferred for data entry into maintenance systems.
• Ability to work in non-climate controlled conditions required
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
• Willingness to travel as necessary within the district (customers yards, close geographical area and training sites), work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) is required.

This position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety sensitive by the company, and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is required. Associates must have the

ability to accept responsibility for their own safety, as well as the safety of others.

Physical Requirements:

• The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The associate will be required to remember and understand certain instructions, guidelines or other information. The associate must be able to see and verbally communicate. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

• While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be required to move frequently, stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.15 - $31.42 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Semi Truck & Trailer Repair: 3 years (Required)
• Mechanical knowledge: 3 years (Required)
• Air brake: 3 years (Required)
• HVAC: 3 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Shift availability:

• Overnight Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)
• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Florence, SC: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Required)

Work Location: On the road