Heavy Duty Truck Technician / Mechanic

Star Heavy Equipment; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Star Heavy Equipment in Austin, TX seeks a Truck Engine Technician to service and repair class 6-8 heavy trucks and diesel engines. The role involves autonomous and team-based work with extensive on-the-job training and classroom instruction to progress in the technician program.

The candidate should have a High School diploma, at least 1 year of mechanical repair experience, and a valid driver’s license. Strong initiative, teamwork and customer service orientation are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or better.
• Minimum 1 year of mechanical repair experience or equivalent technical education.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Valid Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety standards and procedures at all times.
• Plan and perform minor repairs using appropriate tools and methods.
• Order and return parts promptly for assigned jobs.
• Work on engines, brakes, hydraulics, transmissions and electrical components, including disassembly and reassembly.
• Perform preventive maintenance following manufacturer guidelines.
• Assist as a helper in field service with experienced technicians as needed.
• Capable of working independently in the field when required.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Problem solving

Initiative

Safety minded

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The Truck Engine Technician is primarily responsible for carrying out servicing and repair tasks on class 6-8 heavy-duty trucks and various diesel engines. This role involves working autonomously as well as collaboratively within a team. To maintain their position in the technician training program, the individual must successfully complete extensive on-the-job training, classroom instruction, and e-learning. The Technician is expected to exhibit initiative, a strong sense of teamwork, a dedication to customer service, and an efficient approach to problem-solving. Progression in classification is dependent on the individual's attitude, skill enhancement, and job performance.

Essential Job Functions:

• Strict adherence to all relevant safety standards and procedures
• Planning and executing minor repairs using the appropriate tools and methods
• Timely ordering and returning of parts for assigned jobs
• Skills to perform tasks on essential components in the work area, including engines, brakes, hydraulics, transmissions, and electrical components, encompassing removal and installation, disassembly and reassembly, and making minor adjustments
• Competency in performing Preventive Maintenance services according to manufacturer guidelines
• Demonstrated proficiency in using service information systems
• Assisting as a helper in field service operations alongside an experienced technician, as necessary
• Capability to work independently in the field when required

Education

Required

High School or Equivalent or better.

Experience

Required

A minimum of one (1) year work experience involving mechanical repairs or a combination of relevant experience and equivalent technical education is required. Experience using personal computers and basic typing skills are required.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License Personal