Maintenance Technician

TMC Transportation; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation company in Iowa is looking for a full-time Maintenance Technician. The role involves performing maintenance and repairs on tractors and trailers, requiring mechanical expertise and a detail-oriented approach. Ideal candidates will have a technical school degree and be ready for a fast-paced work environment.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive Benefit Package

401(k) Plan

Employee Ownership - ESOP!

Qualifications

• Previous tractor/trailer repair experience preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License is required.
• Strong oral and written communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Perform tractor and/or trailer preventative maintenance repairs.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair electrical circuits.
• Maintain company tractors and/or trailers using hand tools.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Mechanical Knowledge

Education

Technical School Degree

Job description

TMC Transportation is the nation’s largest employee-owned, open deck transportation company. Founded in 1972, and headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, TMC provides expert transportation services and supply-chain management solutions throughout the 48 contiguous states. If you’re seeking a rewarding career at a dynamic company built on integrity, innovation and dedication to quality and customer service, then join us in our Destination of Excellence.

TMC Offers:

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Benefit Package
• 401(k) Plan
• Employee Ownership - ESOP!

TMC Transportation has an immediate full-time opening for a Maintenance Technician working out of our office in Des Moines, Iowa. The shift would be for weekends, Saturday through Monday.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The primary function for a Maintenance Technician will be to perform tractor and/or trailer preventative maintenance repairs to advance mechanical and electrical troubleshooting procedures.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Repair and maintain company tractors and/or trailers using hand tools, precision measuring instruments, and machine tools
• Diagnose, troubleshoot and examine parts for defects and excessive wear
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical circuits utilizing computer based software diagnostic programs and printed wiring schematics
• Recondition, repair and/or replace parts
• Perform routine maintenance checks including inspecting brake system, wheel bearings, electrical system, and air systems
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair engine/driveline/ABS related issues utilizing sound mechanical knowledge and computer based diagnostic programs
• Ability to set up and use common cutting, welding, and metal fabrication tooling and equipment as needed to complete trailer repairs
• Other duties as assigned

• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

  • Technical school degree and/or previous tractor/trailer repair experience
  • Must have valid Driver’s License
  • Must be attentive to detail
  • Strong oral and written communication skills required
  • Must be able to handle a fast-paced, physically demanding workload

  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
  • Must be able to lift 100lbs repetitively and overhead
  • Must be able to climb on/off trailers throughout the shift