Maintenance Technician

Tmc Transportation, Inc; Silver Grove (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

TMC Transportation, Inc is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Kentucky to inspect and repair tractors and trailers. You will troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems, use diagnostic software and schematics, and perform routine maintenance checks on brakes, wheels, electricals, and air systems.

The role requires a technical school degree or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.

Qualifications

• Technical school degree or equivalent
• Must have strong attention to detail and good communication skills
• Able to handle a fast-paced, physically demanding workload

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
• Set up and use common cutting, welding, and metal fabrication tooling and equipment as needed to complete trailer repairs
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Attention to detail

Oral and written communication

Physical stamina

Diagnose and troubleshoot

Education

Technical school degree

Tools

Hand tools

Precision measuring instruments

Machine tools

Job description

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

TMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.