Diesel Truck Technician/Mechanic

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking both entry-level and experienced Diesel Truck Mechanics to join their dynamic team in Grand Rapids. This role offers the chance to work in a progressive environment, focusing on the repair and maintenance of Class 8 trucks. With options for 1st and 2nd shifts, you will be responsible for troubleshooting various systems, performing maintenance, and ensuring customer satisfaction. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills and be part of a thriving dealer group that values its employees and offers excellent benefits.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Flexible shift options

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; technical degree preferred.
• Ability to obtain a valid CDL and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform corrective and preventative maintenance on vehicles.
• Troubleshoot various systems and perform necessary repairs.
• Communicate with Shop Foreman and customers professionally.

Skills

Effective written and oral communication skills

Ability to obtain a Valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL)

Ability to read and interpret shop repair order forms

Ability to use computer keyboard and Windows basics

Education

High School Diploma

Formal technical degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Personal tool inventory

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Grand Rapids, MI - Grand Rapids, MI

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Description

Michigan Kenworth in Grand Rapids is currently accepting applications for Entry level and Experienced Diesel Truck Mechanics! Responsibilities include the repair, troubleshooting and maintenance of Class 8 trucks. Excellent benefits offered. This is a great opportunity to join a progressive work environment and a growing dealer group!

*1st and 2nd shift options available!

Responsibilities:

• Performs corrective and preventative maintenance on medium and heavy duty vehicles.
• Troubleshoots various systems, to include electrical, drive train, HVAC, brake, engine, and suspension, identifies needed repairs and performs corrective action.
• Writes up on the repair order an accurate, clear, and detailed description of the cause of failure and the repair procedure(s) used.

Primary Duties:

• Uses diagnostic equipment to detect and isolate faults in medium and heavy duty vehicles and interprets test results.
• Reads written fault description on Repair Order and determines the most efficient repair procedure.
• Communicates with and provides Shop Foreman with accurate and detailed repair information for inclusion on the Repair Order.
• Obtains supervisor permission to complete diagnosed repairs and/or add additional repairs to a repair.
• Communicates with parts department personnel to obtain or order the parts necessary to repair vehicles.
• Performs road test on customer vehicles to assist in problem isolation or to verify repair procedure.
• Tracks and charges clocked hours to the proper corresponding Repair Order operation.
• Writes up clear, accurate, and detailed repair description of each operation on the corresponding Repair Order, to include a description of the cause of failure and the correction and/or repair procedure used.
• Interacts with customers in a professional and positive manner.
• Assists other technicians with repair procedures as needed.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• High School Diploma required; Formal technical degree, certificateor equivalent work experience is preferred
• Personal tool inventory to allow for the completion of job duties and assignments is preferred
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to obtain a Valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL).
• Ability to read and interpret shop repair order forms, repair manuals, electrical schematics and various other technical bulletins.
• Ability to use computer keyboard and Windows basics.
• Ability to work in an environment with frequent exposure to outside weather elements.
• Ability to work 8 - 10 hour days, including overtime hours as needed.
• Ability to bend, stoop, crawl, walk and sit on a regular basis with frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 100 pounds