Mobile Diesel/Trailer Technician

Pace Transportation Services; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Benefits package

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Pace Transportation Services is seeking a Mobile Diesel Mechanic/Trailer Technician to join our on-site mobile fleet supporting customers across our expanding Lansing-area service territory. This role requires traveling to breakdown sites or worksites, diagnosing and repairing heavy-duty trucks and trailers, and working from home on-call with no fixed office location.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of heavy-duty diagnostics experience, proficiency with Cummins tools, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience on heavy-duty trucks and trailers.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair complex issues on heavy-duty trucks and trailers at customer sites.
• Read job orders and plan work procedures.
• Drive to worksites to perform repairs and complete complex tasks.
• Maintain service truck and conduct safety checks and daily inspections.
• Complete service worksheets and warranty claims.
• Communicate with customers effectively and update on progress.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer professionalism

Self-motivation

Prioritization

Diagnostics

SRT knowledge

Parts catalogs

Cummins EDS

Education

High School Diploma

State Certified Diesel Mechanic

Post-secondary Diesel Certificate

Cummins Master Technician

Ottawa/Kalmar experience

Tools

Cummins Insite

Cummins EDS

Service manuals

QuickServe online

Job description

Mobile Diesel Mechanic / Trailer Technician (II or III)

Pace has over 40 years of heavy-duty truck and trailer industry experience with our main focus being servicing our customers, so they are customers for life. We strive to create driven, engaged, and happy employees, keeping them here for the long haul! We reward individuals who are ready to work hard and stay motivated.

Pace Transportation Services has recently expanded its service territory, and this is the start of our mobile on-site fleet service for heavy-duty vehicles in the Lansing area. Strong candidates will be passionate about providing exceptional mechanical service and professional customer service. The Mobile Diesel Mechanic/Trailer Tech position is a traveling mechanic position. You will work from home being on call, with no office to report to on a regular basis and will drive to our customers’ breakdown site or worksite locations, upon being dispatched to perform repairs on commercial heavy-duty trucks and trailers.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• We are seeking an experienced Diesel Technician (Level II or Level III).
• In this position you will work with and listen effectively to clients and customers to assess their needs, providing information or assistance, resolving their problems, and satisfying their expectations.
• Drive to worksites to diagnose and complete complex repairs on heavy duty trucks, trailers, etc.
• Read job order, observe and listen to vehicle in operation to determine malfunction and plan work procedures.
• Apply the use of specialized tools and follow documented procedures and policies to diagnose and complete complex repairs, including identifying and preparing required parts and tools.
• Complete required documents, such as service worksheets, time sheets, and warranty claims through handwritten forms and/or business system.
• Maintain company issued service truck, conduct safety checks and daily pre/post trip inspections.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong professionalism when working cohesively with all customers.
• Ability to work with no direct on-site supervision.
• Ability to make effective judgments to prioritize workload and time allocation.
• Ability to carry out full diagnostics using diagnostic tools on different product types; Experience using Cummins Insite Diagnostic Tool.
• Experience performing all work within Standard Repair Times (SRTs).
• Ability to properly use parts books, services manuals, and QuickServe online.
• Experience using Cummins EDS System.

Education and Certifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 5+ years of experience working on heavy duty vehicle/OTR Trailers
• State Certified Diesel Mechanic Certification is a plus
• Post-Secondary Certificate or training as a Diesel Technician
• Cummins Certified Master Diesel Technician / Mechanic preferred
• Experience with Ottawa/Kalmar products

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift/carry 30lbs frequently.
• Must be able to lift/carry 50lbs occasionally.
• Must be able to lift/carry 100lbs during team lifts infrequently.

Why Work With us?

• Highly competitive wages based on experience
• One of the best Tech Incentive Programs in the industry
• Competitive Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with match & more!)
• Wellness Discount
• Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Referral Program
• Kudos Rewards & Recognition
• Positive growing company culture
• Opportunities for upward mobility

Join Our Mission of "Glad to be Here" at HTI

Pace is a division of Hinton Transportation Investments, Inc (HTI). HTI is an industry leader in heavy duty truck and trailer parts industry and is a family-owned business with values centered around humility, consistency, and passion. With continuous growth and expansion nationwide, the company is eager to add new, talented individuals to the team!

HTI has over 30 locations nationwide and globally and prides itself on internal upward mobility. HTI is not shy to reward or promote those who exhibit outstanding on-the-job performance, leading to more opportunities for YOU!

HTI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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