Diesel Truck Maintenance Technician

Heniff Transportation Systems, LLC; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Company Holidays

Online Training Provided

Boot Allowance

Job summary

Heniff Transportation Systems, LLC is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to diagnose and repair tractors and trailers, and to perform preventive 90‑day inspections in line with FHWA standards. The role requires adherence to OSHA safety and environmental policies and the proper handling of hazardous wastes.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, own their own tools, and be able to read and speak English proficiently.

Qualifications

• Experience using inspection and test equipment used for cargo tank inspections.
• Must be able to read and interpret manuals and safety documents.
• Ability to read and understand English documentation.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair tractors and trailers.
• Perform annual 90‑day inspections to meet FHWA standards.
• Conduct HM inspections and ensure compliance with safety policies.
• Follow OSHA and environmental guidelines and dispose of hazardous wastes properly.

Skills

Inspection equipment

Test equipment

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Own tools

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for performing preventative maintenance, special inspections, and general repairs on tractor and trailer units in accordance with DOT, federal, and state regulations and Company standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair tractors and trailers.
• Perform annual/systematic 90‑day inspections to ensure equipment meets federal FHWA standards.
• Conduct HM inspections.
• Adhere to all established safety (OSHA) and environmental policies and standards, including proper handling and disposal of hazardous wastes.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Experience using inspection and test equipment used for cargo tank inspections.
• Must have own tools.

Language Skills

Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently.

Physical Demands

Use arms to reach and stretch; hands and fingers to grasp, move, or assemble objects of a variety of sizes, and to manipulate a variety of tools, devices, and controls. Use legs to stand for long periods, maneuver through shop environments, and perform a variety of locomotive functions, which may include crawling, kneeling, crouching, sitting, and carrying or relocating objects weighing up to 75 lbs. Perform broad locomotive motions, at times in a rapid fashion, such as bending, twisting, balancing in stable and unstable positions, and reaching, with the capacity to use bodily muscles to sustain these motions for long periods without fatigue. Perform fine locomotive motions, at times in a rapid fashion, that involve the use of fingers for the manipulation of tools. Adjust, execute, maintain, and repeat all bodily motions, postures, and stances in order to accommodate to rapid and gradual changes within the work environment as necessary. Visually identify and focus on objects at close and distant ranges, and at central and peripheral locations, with the ability to identify their distances, depths, and colors in environments of varying lighting. While looking forward, see objects or movements that are off to the side. Use auditory senses to hear and isolate specific sounds, understand speech, and recognize differences in a variety of environments of varying sound levels. Speak clearly and at necessary volumes in a variety of environments of varying sound levels. Ability to operate in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

Work Environment

Position works in confined spaces.

Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Plan + Company Match
• Paid Time Off (120 hours yearly)
• Company Paid Holidays
• Packard Online Training Provided
• $125.00 yearly Boot Allowance

Equal Opportunity Employment

The Heniff Family of Companies is an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We treat all candidates and employees with respect and do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, and promoting processes and general treatment during employment, including on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, veteran status, or disability.