Diesel Tractor Technician I – Entry-Level Maintenance

Xpresstechfreight; Duncan (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with Employer Matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Stock Purchase Plan

Parental Leave

Job summary

U.S. Xpress, Duncan, SC, is seeking a Technician, I Tractor to perform basic preventive maintenance and repairs on tractors at the Duncan terminal. The role runs 6:00a-2:30p with no remote work.

Requires a high school diploma; a Diesel Tech diploma is preferred and 1 year of mechanical experience is beneficial. Candidates should have a valid driver's license, be able to read and write, and provide their own tools. DOT/brake certifications and OEM certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical Diploma from a Diesel Technology Program preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of mechanical experience preferred.
• A Technical Diploma from a Diesel Technology Program may substitute for 1 year of the required experience.
• Experience in the transportation industry preferred.
• Computer experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic preventative maintenance and repairs on tractors.
• Perform basic and routine preventative maintenance on tractors per PM guidelines.
• Repair brakes, tires, wiring etc.
• Check vehicle fluids (transmission oil, engine oil, windshield wiper, antifreeze).
• Change vehicle tires.
• Grease mechanical parts and maintain productivity; complete most jobs within or near SRT times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading and writing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Diesel Technology Diploma (preferred)

Tools

Own tools

DOT certification

Brake certification

OEM online certifications

Job description

U.S. Xpress, Duncan, SC, is seeking a Technician, I Tractor to perform basic preventive maintenance and repairs on tractors at the Duncan terminal. The role runs 6:00a-2:30p with no remote work.

Requires a high school diploma; a Diesel Tech diploma is preferred and 1 year of mechanical experience is beneficial. Candidates should have a valid driver's license, be able to read and write, and provide their own tools. DOT/brake certifications and OEM certifications are preferred.