Diesel Technician

Transwest Trucks; Savage (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

HSA/FSA

Paid time off and holidays

Employee Car Discount Program

Job summary

Transwest Trucks in Savage, MN is seeking a diesel technician to join a team that supports ongoing education and keeps a shop equipped with the latest tooling and computer diagnostic systems. The role offers an hourly wage from $20.00 to $58.00 and transitions to flat-rate, with a benefits package and flexible shift options.

Relocation assistance and a toolbox program may be available; candidate must have HS diploma, a valid driver's license with good MVR, and own hand tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Driver's License and MVR in good standing.
• Familiarity with gas and diesel truck repair and maintenance including engine, transmission, drivability and electrical diagnostics, suspension, brakes.
• Must possess a complete set of hand tools with rollaway toolbox.
• Motivated individual who can work independently.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
• Able to pass a general abilities assessment, post-offer background check, physical and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs following OEM standards.
• Adhere to company safety guidelines.
• Communicate openly with management and other personnel.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Diesel truck repair

Gas & diesel engine diagnostics

Electrical diagnostics

Independent work

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Team communication

General abilities assessment pass

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid driver's license & MVR in good standing

Diesel Engine Technology Certification

Tools

Hand tools with rollaway toolbox

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Description

As a diesel technician, you will be joining a team that provides company paid continued education and training, invests in up-and-coming technicians entering the workforce, and takes pride in providing clean shops with the latest tooling and computer diagnostic equipment.

• If you're an apprentice, trainee, or technician coming from the military - ask our hiring managers about our toolbox program!
• Relocation support is also available for qualified candidates on a case-by-case basis. If interested, we invite you to discuss this with the hiring manager during the interview stage.

We offer a full benefits package for benefits eligible employees including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Wellness Solutions
• Life (Voluntary and Employer Paid) and Disability Insurance
• 401(K) with company match beginning with your first contribution
• HSA and/or FSA, as applicable
• PTO to include paid sick time as applicable by state and federal law and Company Paid Holidays
• Employee Car Discount Program

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform repairs following OEM standards.
• Adhere to company safety guidelines.
• Communicate openly with management and other Company personnel.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

• Activities require a full range of motion including handling, lifting, manual dexterity, finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination
• Position requires sitting, standing, balancing, bending or stooping for prolonged periods of time
• Position requires the occasional ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 80 pounds
• Position requires corrected vision and hearing within normal range
• Must be able to operate simple, complex and heavy-duty machinery

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver's License and MVR in good standing
• Motivated individual who can work independently
• Familiarity with all aspects of gas and diesel truck repair and maintenance including engine repair, transmission repair, drivability and electrical diagnostics, suspension, brake systems, etc
• Must possess a complete set of hand tools with rollaway toolbox
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• The ability to display attention to detail
• Ability to successfully complete a general abilities assessment, pass a post-offer background check, physical and drug screen

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Experience diagnosing and repairing diesel trucks and medium and heavy-duty RVs as applicable
• Diesel Engine Technology Certification(s) and/or Education
• Freightliner and/or Western Star experience.

JOB DETAILS:

• Type: Hourly- Transition to Flat-Rate
• Status: Full-Time
• Compensation Range: $20.00 to $58.00 an Hour
• Bonus Eligibility: No
• Reports To: Service Manager
• Shift: (Monday - Friday/ 2:30 P.M. to 11:00 P.M.) or (Tuesday - Saturday/ 2:30 P.M. to 11:00 P.M.)
• Closing Date: Open Until Filled