Heavy-Duty Transmission Tech – Union Position

Kirby; Lodi (NJ); On-site; USD 83,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Pension/Annuity

Medical, Dental, and Vision

PTO

Job summary

Kirby is seeking a qualified diesel technician to diagnose problems and perform standard mechanical repairs on customers' equipment, including transmissions and subassemblies, in a shop setting.

This union position requires joining IUOE Local 15C after 90 days. Pay scales start at $39.71/hr with advanced rates for II and III, and CDL holders earn an extra $0.50/hr. Benefits include holidays, PTO, and pension.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 3-5 years related experience, or technical degree with diesel certification.
• Full set of basic hand tools, including torque wrenches and toolbox.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record; CDL a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on equipment according to manufacturer’s established guidelines and schedules.
• Ability to work with Allison diagnostic software and follow troubleshooting guidelines.
• Work with parts department to identify and order parts consistent with diagnosis.
• Ability to perform electrical and mechanical repairs, up to and including complete disassembly and rebuild.
• Complete all work orders and time sheets detailing labor operations.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Electrical diagnostics

Office software

Portable diagnostic tools

Laptop usage

Education

High School Diploma or GED with 3-5 years related experience

Technical degree and certification in a diesel repair program

Tools

Allison transmission repair experience

Cummins Insite experience

Job description

Kirby is seeking a qualified diesel technician to diagnose problems and perform standard mechanical repairs on customers' equipment, including transmissions and subassemblies, in a shop setting.

This union position requires joining IUOE Local 15C after 90 days. Pay scales start at $39.71/hr with advanced rates for II and III, and CDL holders earn an extra $0.50/hr. Benefits include holidays, PTO, and pension.