Diesel Technician

United Petroleum Transports Inc; Pelly (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom - ATS is seeking a Shop Maintenance Technician to promote safety, prepare repair orders, and work safely in the shop or on road calls. The role requires knowledge of DOT rules and the ability to perform inspections and repairs with minimal supervision.

You will communicate with the Maintenance Supervisor and carry out tasks assigned by the CSC Manager, while maintaining a clean and safe shop environment and complying with company policies.

Qualifications

• ASE brake certification preferred.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet timelines.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform brake maintenance/repairs on tractor/trailer units.
• Inspect, repair or replace domes, valves, vents, or other equipment as necessary.
• Ensure proper treatment of components including air compressors, fuel pumps, hubs, wheels and springs.

Skills

ASE Brake certification

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Basic mechanics

DOT knowledge

Education

High School Education or equivalent

Job description

Essential Job Functions:Promote safety in all actions.Prepare repair orders as per company policyWork effectively and safely within the shop area and when making a road call without supervision.Complete records in a timely manner in compliance with company rules and requirements.Comply with and continually update knowledge of all DOT regulations, federal, state, local and company standards and requirements regarding:Personal safety when performing maintenance operations on tractor and/or trailersMaintaining an environment of cleanliness and safety within the shopDisposal of all waste products, both hazardous and non-hazardous.Communicate with Maintenance Supervisor as required.Additional Responsibilities:Carries out duties assigned by Maintenance Supervisor or CSC Manager as required.Minimum Qualifications for Consideration:High School Education or equivalentKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Should possess or be willing to obtain ASE Brake certification within the first 180 days of employmentAbility to prioritize and manage multiple projectsSelf-starter with detail oriented work habitsMeet qualification requirement as stipulated in Section 396.19 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations as required to perform vehicle inspectionsMeet qualification requirements as stipulated in Section 396.25 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations as required to perform brake maintenance/repairs.Ability to safely operate tractor/trailer unit within terminal premises.Technical knowledge as required to:Insure proper treatment of various required components that include, but are not limited to: air compressors, fuel pumps, hubs, wheel, and springs: any of which may exceed 100lbs in weight.Perform inspections on specification cargo tanks if facility is a DOT Registered Inspector.Inspect, repair, or replace domes, valves, vents, or other equipment as necessary within safety, regulatory and company standards.Display professional demeanorGood interpersonal skills; able to work well with wide range of individualsDemonstrate dependability through good attendance and adherence to timelines and schedulesBasic mechanics skillsThrough knowledge of DOT regulations, federal, state, local and company regulations and standards.Knowledge of basic company employment policies and proceduresPhysical Requirements:Ability to stand for extended periods of time on a concrete floor; repeatedly reach above shoulder level an unlimited numbers of times daily, walk, bend, reach, push, pull, stoop, kneel, squat, finger dexterity, feeling, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual activityOccasional lifting (up to 100 pounds)Working Conditions:Normal Shop environment (concrete floors)Work on sometimes uneven and/or slippery surfacesEducation:High School Education or equivalentSkills and Requirements:ASE certifications preferredAbility to prioritize and manage multiple projectsSelf-starter with detail oriented work habitsMeet qualification requirement as stipulated in Section 396.19 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations as required to perform vehicle inspectionsMeet qualification requirements as stipulated in Section 396.25 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations as required to perform brake maintenance/repairsAbility to safely operate tractor/trailer unit within terminal premisesTechnical knowledge as required to:Ensure proper treatment of various required components that include, but are not limited to: air compressors, fuel pumps, hubs, wheel, and springs: any of which may exceed 100lbs in weight.Repair as needed specification cargo tanks if the facility has an ASME-authorized U stamp or a National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessels authorized R stamp.Perform inspections on specification cargo tanks if facility is a DOT Registered Inspector.Inspect, repair, or replace domes, valves, vents, or other equipment as necessary within safety, regulatory and company standardsDisplay professional demeanorGood interpersonal skills; able to work well with wide range of individualsDemonstrate dependability through good attendance and adherence to timelines and schedulesBasic mechanics skillsThrough knowledge of DOT regulations, federal, state, local and company regulations and standardsKnowledge of basic company employment policies and proceduresPhysical Requirements:Ability to stand for extended periods of time on a concrete floor; repeatedly reach above shoulder level an unlimited numbers of times daily, walk, bend, reach, push, pull, stoop, kneel, squat, finger dexterity, feeling, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual activityOccasional lifting (up to 100 pounds)Working Conditions:Normal Shop environment (concrete floors)Work on sometimes uneven and/or slippery surfaces