Level 2 Technician

Murray-Calloway Chamber of Commerce; Murray (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Murray-Calloway Chamber of Commerce is looking for a motivated Level 2 Technician to support the Maintenance team. You will be responsible for performing preventative and non-scheduled maintenance on heavy-duty trucks and trailers, ensuring all work is completed to established practices.

Ideal candidates have 1-2 years of related experience, a high school diploma or GED, and strong problem-solving skills. The role requires physical demands such as lifting and extensive work in various environmental conditions.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of related experience in tractor/trailer maintenance.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure.
• Knowledge of CDL preparation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventative maintenance on trucks and trailers.
• Record all work performed on work orders and inspection forms.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Education

High school diploma or GED; vocational training preferred

Degree in Diesel Mechanics preferred

Job description

PTL is a 100% employee‑owned company that was founded in 1937 right here in Murray! We are looking for a Level 2 Technician to support our Maintenance team.

Summary: Performs preventative and non‑scheduled maintenance on heavy duty trucks / trailers and other equipment. Performs repairs or replaces broken parts as necessary with limited supervision. Performs minor body work. May train level 1 technicians. Performs all work in accordance with established practices.

Major Duties

• Performs routine, preventative maintenance and vehicle inspections, in compliance with FMCSA inspection guidelines
• Performs various non‑scheduled repairs on trucks and trailers with limited supervision
• Records all work performed on work orders and inspection forms, responsible for entering accurate information on work orders while maintaining accountability for allocation of parts to specific equipment
• Cleans and maintains assigned work areas
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education, Skills and Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); vocational training preferred, preparation for CDL a plus
• 1‑2 years related experience in tractor/trailer maintenance in a commercial garage or fleet leasing company, minimum 1 year
• A degree in Diesel Mechanics is preferred
• Communication skills, organizational skills, strong problem‑solving skills
• Must demonstrate the ability to work well under pressure
• Must demonstrate the ability to manage multiple tasks

Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities

Job Requirements/Work Area Conditions

Physical Demands

• The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop; kneel; crouch; or crawl; and talk or hear
• The employee frequently is required to sit and climb or balance
• The employee occasionally required to smell
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and frequently lift and / or move more than 100 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Work Environment

• The employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; and high, precarious places
• The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, extreme cold, extreme hot, and vibration
• The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals
• The noise level in the work environment can be very loud