Senior Heavy-Duty Vehicle Technician

McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.; Idaho; On-site; USD 73,200 - 117,800; Full time

Job summary

McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. seeks a Senior Field Service Technician to manage repairs for the Volterra ZSL Electric Refuse Collection Vehicle. The role requires extensive travel, technical installations, and customer training. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of experience, strong mechanical skills, and the ability to mentor others.

The role combines administrative duties with fieldwork, requiring a valid driver's license and the ability to travel up to 90%. A competitive pay range of $73,200 to $117,800 is offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in machine assembly or light fabrication.
• Valid driver's license must be maintained.
• Ability to possess a DOT card.
• Ability to travel up to 90%.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex field service and repair needs.
• Perform technical installations and advanced diagnostics.
• Lead or mentor less experienced technicians.
• Maintain detailed records of service work.

Skills

Mechanical and technical skills

Customer relationship skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

About McNeilus, An Oshkosh Company

McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Inc. is committed to serving everyday heroes and is an industry leading designer and manufacturer of refuse truck bodies. McNeilus produces a complete line of high-performance rear load, front load, and automated side load refuse bodies to augment any refuse collection fleet. Our team members are critical in our mission of supporting waste warriors and keeping communities safe and clean.

The Senior Field Service Technician independently manages complex field service and repair needs for the McNeilus Volterra ZSL Electric Refuse Collection Vehicle. This includes performing technical installations, advanced diagnostics, and equipment servicing. The Senior Field Service Technician will also provide on-site customer training, support critical issue resolution, and lead or mentor less experienced technicians. This role also contributes to design feedback, documentation, and improvement initiatives.

Extensive travel is a core requirement of this position and includes frequent overnight stays and extended periods away from home for several weeks at a time.

Your impact

These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive, and other duties may be assigned.

• Conduct all aspects of advance repairs on all Volterra ZSL Electric Refuse Collection Vehicle
• Train other technicians by assisting them with troubleshooting and accurate way of searching for parts.
• Inspect and troubleshoot different types of vehicles to determine a resolution.
• Assist technicians with Quality Control issues when necessary.
• Continuously maintain a safe and orderly work environment.
• Maintain one's own service truck maintained in good working order, clean and presentable.
• Represent the company with professionalism in all customer-facing interactions.
• Maintain detailed records of service work, customer interactions, and parts usage.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and five (5) or more years of relevant experience in machine assembly, light fabrication; or previous relevant contracting experience with Oshkosh Corporation; or an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the role.
• Valid driver’s license must be maintained at all times.
• Ability to possess a DOT card.
• Strong mechanical and technical skills, with demonstrated customer relationship and communication strengths.
• Ability to travel up to 90%.

Standout Qualifications

• Experience as a Field Service Technician.
• Experience with welding and hydraulic systems.
• Experience in mentoring and training others.
• High Voltage Certification.

Working Conditions

• This role combines office-based administrative duties with physical activity in field or production environments.
• In the office setting, tasks may require extended computer use, sitting, and attending meetings.
• Field or floor work may involve walking across various terrains or shop floors, standing, moderate lifting (up to 50 pounds), climbing stairs, and exposure to varying temperatures or noise levels.
• Must be able to shift focus between detailed cognitive work and occasional physical tasks as needed.
• Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities to support performance across both office and field responsibilities.

Pay Range

$73,200.00 - $117,800.00

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic.