A Tractor Technican

Werner Enterprises, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability plans

Other optional supplemental coverage

Job summary

Werner Enterprises, Inc. seeks a skilled Diesel Tractor Mechanic to diagnose and repair systems on diesel tractors, including engine, transmission, axles, brakes, and A/C. The role requires advanced hand tools, a rollaway toolbox, a ½ drive, and a digital meter for diagnostics.

You will also guide drivers on technical questions and maintain a safe, clean shop environment. Responsibilities include performing repairs per work orders, ordering parts, training junior mechanics, and ensuring

Qualifications

• Must have advanced set of hand tools and a rollaway toolbox.
• Diagnose and repair diesel tractors per work orders and during inspections.
• Ability to communicate technical information to drivers and collaborate with supervisory staff.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical problems on diesel tractors as indicated on work orders or discovered during inspection.
• Operate tractor by locating and driving it into the shop and parking when repairs are complete.
• Provide customer service by addressing drivers' technical questions about their tractors.
• Maintain clean work area and manage tools and equipment; dispose of trash properly.
• Procure parts from the parts room to complete repairs on tractors.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.
• Train less experienced mechanics through hands-on guidance and technical Q&A.

Skills

Diagnostics

Electrical systems

Mechanical repairs

Customer service

Tools

Digital multimeter

Socket set

Impact wrench

Oxy-acetylene torch

Job description

The main purpose of this position is to diagnose and repair all systems on a diesel tractor to include, but not limited to: engine, transmission, front axle, rear axle, suspension, air conditioning and heating, electrical, air brakes and 5th wheel systems. Must have advanced set of hand tools, rollaway toolbox, ½ drive impact and sockets, digital volt/ohm/amp meter.

The job functions listed below represent the essential job duties and responsibilities of the above-listed position.

• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical problems on diesel tractors as indicated on work orders or discovered during inspection. Repairs will be made to the following: overheads, minor and major electrical, engine electronic controls, minor and major engine overhaul, clutch replacement and adjustment, differential replacement, transmission overhaul, exhaust repairs, u-joints, cab interior, wheel seals, brakes, air bags and leveling valve, shocks, thermostats, fan hub, air brake valves, air lines, air governor, air compressor, air drier, radiator, hoses, belts, alternators, batteries, lights, kingpins, shackle pins and bushings, drag link and tie rod ends, 5th wheel, wire feed welding and oxyacetylene operation, preventative maintenance, and heating and air conditioning. Document completed repairs on a work order.
• Operate tractor. This will include locating tractor and driving it into the shop, then parking equipment on the lot when repairs are completed.
• Customer service. This includes addressing and advising drivers on technical questions concerning their tractor.
• Clean work area. This will include cleaning floors, storing and cleaning shop and personal tools and equipment. Trash removal.
• Procure parts. This will include getting parts and materials from the parts room to make repairs to tractors.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisory personnel.
• Training. This will include training less experienced mechanics using hands on method and answering technical questions as they arise.

This position is eligible for benefits, which include medical, dental and vision plans. We also offer a 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, paid time off, life insurance, disability plans and other optional supplemental coverage.

• medical
• dental
• vision plans
• 401(k) plan
• stock purchase plan
• paid time off
• life insurance
• disability plans
• other optional supplemental coverage

Werner Enterprises provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information or veteran status or other status protected by law. We encourage applicants of all ages as we do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant's age.