Diesel Technician

Kenworth Sales CO; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenworth Sales Company seeks a Diesel Technician for its Pasco, WA location. The role involves performing quality repairs on customer equipment, with a competitive salary up to $70,000 and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and a retirement plan. Applicants should have experience in truck maintenance and repair with a high school diploma as a minimum qualification.

Benefits

Full benefits package

Paid life insurance

Vacation time and paid holidays

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as Technician, Technician's helper or apprentice in truck dealership.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License preferred.
• Certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform superior quality repairs to customer equipment.
• Communicate repair recommendations to Shop Foreman.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Working knowledge of truck repair and maintenance

Ability to operate power and hand tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Are you ready to join an industry leader with a strong foundation of success? Kenworth Sales Company was recently awarded the 2020 Dealer of the Year award and after 80 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!

**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.

We have a great career opportunity for a Diesel Technician in our Pasco, WA store! $50k - $70k annually (DOE)!
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.

Enjoy a fast-paced work environment, interactive role with team members and customers along with many opportunities for growth among our 37 locations in the West and East.


JOB SUMMARY:
The primary function of the 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.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Receives repair order assignments from Shop Foreman.
2. Performs work directed in repair order in a timely and thorough manner. Maintains superior standard of workmanship in all services performed.
3. Advises Shop Foreman of any recommended changes in services ordered bycustomer.
4. Determines if any further repairs or servicing should be recommended to customer, and communicates such recommendations to the Shop Foreman.
5. 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.
6. Performs additional repairs required when any piece of equipment is returned by customer because of Technician's faulty workmanship.


QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or the equivalent
Manual dexterity
Ability to lift parts up to 50 lbs.
Working knowledge of truck repair and maintenance
Ability to operate power and hand tools and other equipment safely
Valid Commercial Driver's License preferred and good driving record
Two years of experience as Technician, Technician's helper or apprentice in truck dealership
*Certifications are a plus

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.