Heavy-Duty Truck Body Repair Technician

Southport-Truck-Group; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Competitive Pay

Job summary

Southport-Truck-Group is seeking a Full-Time Heavy Truck Technician in Tampa, FL. The role repairs body parts on Freightliner and Western Star heavy/medium-duty trucks, adhering to factory specs and time standards.

Responsibilities include inspecting damage, documenting repairs, performing repairs per estimates, assisting other techs, and maintaining safety compliance. Must have at least 2 years' experience and pass a respirator fit test. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience working on heavy/medium-duty trucks.
• Diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of standard methods, practices, tools, and equipment used in heavy truck repair.
• Possess work-related hand tools (not including heavy duty or diagnostic tools).
• A neat and organized approach to work & reporting.
• Ability to operate maintenance equipment safely.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to meet attendance requirement.
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds regularly; up to 100 pounds occasionally.
• Must pass a respirator fit test.

Responsibilities

• Examine damage on heavy and medium-duty trucks.
• Document repairs and track job time in the in-house system via a repair order.
• Prepare and repair vehicle per estimate according to manufacturer standards.
• De-trim, disassemble and repair vehicle with urgency and attention to detail.
• Assist other Technicians in difficult tasks.
• Maintain and update mechanical knowledge and training.
• Occasional lifting of 50+ pounds.
• Promote workplace safety and report hazards.
• Adhere to safety and quality procedures.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Diagnostics

Problem-solving

Heavy truck repair

Organization

Safety awareness

Follow instructions

Attendance reliability

Stamina

Physical ability

Respirator fitness

Tools

Hand tools

Heavy-duty tools

Job description

Southport-Truck-Group is seeking a Full-Time Heavy Truck Technician in Tampa, FL. The role repairs body parts on Freightliner and Western Star heavy/medium-duty trucks, adhering to factory specs and time standards.

Responsibilities include inspecting damage, documenting repairs, performing repairs per estimates, assisting other techs, and maintaining safety compliance. Must have at least 2 years' experience and pass a respirator fit test. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage.