Mobile Diesel Technician - Pay Up To $62/hr & Weekends Off! at Sioux Falls, SD

Transwest, Inc.; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Mobile Heavy-Duty Truck Technician to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to provide on-the-spot maintenance and repair services, ensuring customer satisfaction and the smooth operation of diesel vehicles. With a strong focus on diagnosing mechanical issues and delivering exceptional service, you will work both independently and collaboratively, adapting to various work environments. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental insurance, paid time off, and a 401(K) plan with a company match. If you thrive in a hands-on role and enjoy working with heavy-duty machinery, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

401(K) with company match

Paid Time Off

Employee Car Discount Program

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Class B CDL must be obtained upon start.
• Experience with Freightliner or Western Star preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical issues at customer locations.
• Communicate effectively with customers and parts department.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of service truck.

Skills

Diagnosing mechanical issues

Repairing heavy-duty trucks

Customer service

Communication with parts department

Operating heavy machinery

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Class B CDL

Diesel or Automotive Technology Certifications

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Heavy-duty machinery

Job description

Do you enjoy working independently and have the flexibility to provide on-the-spot service to our valued customers? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for you! We are seeking a skilled Mobile Heavy-Duty Truck Technician to join our team.

In this role, you will be an integral part of our service team, providing top-notch maintenance and repair services. Your primary focus will be on diagnosing and resolving mechanical issues efficiently and accurately at our customers' locations. Whether it's on the road or at a worksite, your expertise and dedication to exceptional service will ensure our customers' satisfaction and the smooth operation of their diesel vehicles.

WE OFFER A FULL BENEFITS PACKAGE FOR ELIGIBLE EMPLOYEES INCLUDING:

1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
2. Life (Voluntary and Employer Paid) and Disability Insurance
3. 401(K) with company match beginning with your first contribution.
4. HSA and/or FSA, as applicable
5. Paid Time Off, Sick Time, and Company Paid Holidays
6. Employee Car Discount Program

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Answering all service calls.
2. Completing all necessary paperwork.
3. Diagnose cause of any malfunction and perform repair.
4. Perform work with efficiency and accuracy in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
5. Communicate with the parts department to obtain needed parts.
6. Verify warranty on all repair orders, if applicable.
7. Save and tag parts if warranty.
8. All communication with customer.
9. Road test vehicles when required, to quality check work performed.
10. Maintain working knowledge of factory technical bulletins.
11. Ensure customer vehicle cleanliness.
12. Keep service truck neat and clean and be able to account for all dealership owned tools at all times.
13. Uphold federal, state and local regulations governing the disposal of hazardous waste.
14. Perform job duties and functions with flexibility in the event circumstances shift, i.e., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technology developments.
15. Other duties as assigned by manager.
16. May be required to work in the shop.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

1. Required to perform work inside and outside, in all-weather situations, at the shop division location.
2. Requires frequent sitting, standing, balancing, bending or stooping for prolonged periods of time.
3. Manual dexterity, fine manipulation and the ability to reach with hands and arms and lift up to 80 lbs.
4. Must be able to operate simple to complex and heavy-duty machinery.
5. Normal range of hearing and vision.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Valid Driver's License and MVR in good standing.
3. Class B CDL upon start.
4. Freightliner or Western Star experience.
5. Ability to successfully complete a General Abilities Assessment and pass post-offer background check, physical and drug screening.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

1. Experience diagnosing and repairing light duty trucks and auto.
2. Diesel or Automotive Technology Certifications/Education.