Diesel Tractor Technician / Mechanic

Dayton Freight Lines; Saint Peters (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision coverage

AD&D benefits

401(k) with company match

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Dayton Freight Lines is seeking a Diesel Tractor Technician to perform maintenance and repairs on our heavy-duty fleet. You will diagnose diesel engine systems, repair engine components, test electrical systems, and conduct PM inspections to meet company standards.

The role requires fluent English, basic math, and a valid driver's license with ability to pass a drug screen. Expect a union-friendly, safety-focused shop with uniforms, OT after 40 hours, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a drug screen.
• Fluent English with good communication and math skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance services to meet Dayton Freight Lines standards.
• Diagnose and repair diesel engine systems and ECM-related components.
• Test and repair truck chassis electrical systems.
• Perform PM inspections per policy and time standards.
• Repair and align suspension and brake systems; maintain tires per policy.
• Submit accurate work and parts data in EMS system.
• Assist Parts Department to ensure material availability.
• Maintain a clean, safe shop and work environment.
• Drive safe, professional interaction with team members.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

Basic Math

Fluent English

Drug Test Required

Job description

Overview

• Stable and growing organization
• Competitive weekly pay
• Overtime after 40 hours
• Monday - Friday work weeks for all shifts
• Company-provided uniforms, including laundry
• Quick advancement
• Quality Hours
• Professional, positive and people-centered work environment
• Modern, organized facility
• Clean, late model equipment
• Safety oriented atmosphere
• Specialty tools provided
• Open door policy
• Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, etc.
• Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days
• 401(k) plan, discretionary Company match

Responsibilities

Tractor Technicians are to perform maintenance services in which the volume and quality of work is within the acceptably measured standards for Dayton Freight Lines.

• Understand troubleshooting diesel engine system with ECM diagnostic programs and other troubleshooting techniques
• Capable of diagnosing, repairing, and replacing external engine components
• Test and repair entire truck chassis electrical systems
• Develop skills to become proficient in the repair of all major power and drive train componentsEffectively and efficiently perform PM inspections and services, per DFL policy and time standards
• Able to repair, adjust, and align suspension systems and brake systems
• Maintain the tire maintenance program, per DFL policy
• Perform service calls, per DFL guidelines or individual location guidelines
• Wash and fuel equipment when necessary
• Perform vehicle road tests to ensure quality repair service is performed, if qualified
• Perform other maintenance duties or assignments, as necessary
• Constantly have a positive attitude, interact courteously and professionally with fellow employees
• Develop skills to become a leading participant in the care and upkeep of the shop, the grounds, and all equipment and tools
• Maintain a clean and safe environment that complies with OSHA and company standards
• Record all work and labor on a computer in the EMS system
• Work with the Parts Department to assure that all necessary material; parts, service supplies, and shop supplies are maintained at proper quantity levels
• Comply with all Parts Department’s procedures and rules at all times
• Continuously improve processes

Qualifications

• Posses a valid Driver's License
• Basic math skills
• Fluent in English
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Able to pass a drug screen

Benefits

• Stable and growing organization
• Competitive weekly pay
• Quick advancement
• Quality Hours
• Professional, positive and people-centered work environment
• Modern, organized facility
• Clean, late model equipment
• Safety oriented atmosphere
• Open door policy
• Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, etc.
• Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days
• 401(k) plan, Company Match

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Physical Demands

This position requires the ability to perform routine physical tasks associated with equipment maintenance and repair in a Service Center and Shop environment. Duties may include standing, walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, squatting, reaching, lifting, and using hand and power tools, with work performed independently or in team settings as appropriate. * The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.