Lot Porter RV Technician Trainee

Plattsburgh RV Store; City of Plattsburgh (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team environment

Paid Time Off

Medical (company contribution)

401K

401K

Drug-free workplace

EOE

Well-maintained facility

Flexible winter schedule

Job summary

A local RV dealership in Plattsburgh is seeking an RV Service Technician for full-time work. This role involves responsibilities such as moving campers, conducting deliveries, and providing repairs including plumbing and electrical systems. Candidates must have relevant experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to pass physical and drug tests. The position promotes personal growth through mentoring and training, suitable for those with a passion for RVs and customer service.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record required.
• Ability to obtain a DOT physical and clear to tow up to 18,000 lbs.
• Comfortable using an iPad or computer.
• Experience with RVs, mobile homes, or automotive repair preferred.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Movement of campers in and out of the shop.
• Engaging in deliveries and cleaning of campers.
• Repairing damaged RVs including plumbing and electrical systems.
• Mentoring, training, and certification tracks for growth.
• Maintain a safe work area and communicate progress to supervisor.

Skills

Ability to work safely on ladders

Good written and oral communication skills

Basic mathematical ability

Experience in transporting recreational vehicles

Communication skills

Tool ownership

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic hand tools as listed in company tool list

Job description

Benefits

We have benefits included, but not limited to:

• Team environment
• Paid Time off
• Medical (company contribution)
• Dental & Vision
• 401K
• We promote a drug-free work environment
• EOE
• Clean well maintained facility and work environment
• Someone with a winter sports lifestyle may enjoy the flexibility that this position offers during that season.

Job Details

Job Type: Position available is Full-Time/Regular and Non-Exempt

Job Level: mid level to advanced - meaning more than 3-5 years’ experience in the preferred RV, Mobile home, home building, automotive, construction, and property management.

Primary Location: 240 Tom Miller Rd., Plattsburgh with some road service required

Saturdays and evening maybe required

Position

RV Service Technician Position:

Job responsibilities would be moving campers in and out of shop, lot movement, deliveries, cleaning campers, and shop. Technician Trainee will start with the basics including certs and finals to begin with. Advancement opportunities to include repairing damaged or defective portions of any RV that may require service; includes cabinetry, general repairs, plumbing, 12 VDC and 110 VAC electrical systems, propane, appliances, and demonstrating and dialogue with customers on the operation of recreational vehicle. This position will have mentoring, training and certification tracks that promotes your personal growth. This is a summary of the Lot Porter / RV Technician Trainee position and is not intended to be a complete job description. This person must be a good fit in with our existing team and customer service culture.

Qualifications

• Positions require valid driver’s license and with clean driving record.
• Ability to obtain a DOT physical, cleared to tow up to 18,000#s
• Must have own tools as list on company required tool list.
• Frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions, mechanical parts & fumes
• Some lifting up to 50-95lbs
• Comfortable with an iPad or Computer
• Ability to work safely on ladders and Scaffolding
• Must be able to pass physical and drug/alcohol screening prior to employment. We promote a drug-free work environment; ongoing testing to maintain employment.
• Experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in transporting recreational vehicles helpful.
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Keeps track of parts and materials used in repair or replacement activities.
• Keeps supervisor apprised of work progress and ensures that the final work product is inspected by supervisor or designee.
• Basic mathematical ability
• Demonstrates operation of newly installed equipment
• Monitors operation of newly installed equipment.
• Maintains a safe work area for customers and coworkers.
• Understanding and interpretation of electrical diagrams and basic construction drawings
• Plans sequence of functions necessary for repair or replacement activities.
• Wiliness to comply and provides exceptional customer service based on the processes in place
• Keep units and equipment secure from weather
• Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned and performs duties at company established performance levels

Extra time during Monday – Friday and Saturday hours are required in the busy season.

Job’s to include working owner’s personal projects