Mechanic - General

Knight Transportation; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K)

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Knight Transportation is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Technician in the Phoenix area to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on company equipment including tractors, trailers, and refrigerated units. You will inspect, diagnose issues, and perform repairs to meet OEM and DOT standards.

Responsibilities include tire maintenance, test drives if certified, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment while supporting team goals and company growth.

Qualifications

• Entry-level knowledge of vehicle systems and basic vehicle maintenance required.
• Reading and understanding repair manuals; able to complete tags and repair orders.
• Must possess excellent computer skills.
• Drivers license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on tractors, trailers, refrigerated units and support equipment.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose and repair equipment to OEM/DOT/company specifications.
• Disassemble and reassemble heavy truck components such as engines, transmissions and axles.
• Perform tire maintenance and related inspections.
• Possibly test drive equipment if certified.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Contribute to a positive work atmosphere to support business operations.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Diagnostic software

Customer service

Repair manuals reading

Computer skills

Tags and repair orders

Education

High School or equivalent

Tools

Diagnostic software

Job description

Work with the Industry Leader!

As the most profitable and fastest growing truckload carrier, we are driven to innovate the transportation industry. Knight is a career destination for passionate and talented people seeking growth and opportunity with an industry leader.
What do we live by? The answer is simple…OUR PEOPLE! Knight Transportation is powered by people. We are committed to a culture of high expectations and exceptional performance. At Knight, we hire good teammates who share our values, unselfishly take personal accountability for results, and bring innovative ideas to the table. Our people are passionate about continual learning, display honesty and mutual respect, and give their best every day.
Join our Knight Family as we offer results-driven people a place to make a difference in a stable and maturing industry.

Must be physically capable of standing for long periods, bending, crawling, climbing, reaching, lifting heavy objects (up to 100 pounds or more depending on the job), and performing repetitive motions with their hands and arms, often while working in tight spaces. This job requires good overall strength dexterity and endurance.

Job Responsibilities: What you will do

Complete a quality preventative maintenance inspection and repairs on all company owned equipment, to include tractors, trailers, refrigerated units and support equipment.

• Perform preventative maintenance on all equipment to appropriate specifications (OEM, DOT, company, etc.).
• Inspect, analyze, troubleshoot, diagnose and perform minor and/or complex repairs for all equipment.
• Disassemble, repair and re-assemble of Heavy Truck & Trailer components; including but not limited to; refrigerated units, diesel engines, transmissions, axels and any other components or systems.
• Perform tire maintenance to include: repairs, failure analysis, coding, identification.
• May be required to test drive equipment if certified.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner which facilitates the success of business operations in order to meet company demands and expectations.
• Proactively work to assist others in achieving the organization's objectives.

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Qualifications: What you need to bring

• Entry-level knowledge of vehicle systems and basic vehicle maintenance preferred.
• Entry-level knowledge of vehicle systems and basic vehicle maintenance preferred.
• High School or combination of training and/or experience required.
• Drivers license required.
• Demonstrated/proven superior customer service skills.
• Ability to read and understand repair manuals, understanding and ability to complete/fill tags and repair orders.
• Ability to use and learn various diagnostic software used on tractor/trailers.
• Must possess excellent computer skills.
• Must be able to complete/fill tags and repair orders.

Pay Range: $21.75 - $29.68 Hourly

What we offer:

• Competitive starting salary commensurate with experience and geographic location.
• Potential bonus pay based on company performance.
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back to local communities.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package which includes:
  • 401(K)
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Supplemental and Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. The Company does not sponsor employment visas.

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