Mobile Diesel/Trailer Technician

Stevens Transport; Dodge City (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Stevens Transport, Inc. is seeking a Mobile Diesel/Trailer Technician in Dodge City, Kansas. You will perform preventive maintenance, inspections, diagnostic testing, and repairs on tractors, trailers, APUs, and refrigeration equipment across our fleet.

Travel to service locations, adhere to DOT safety requirements, document work orders, order parts, and maintain a clean, safe work environment. A strong background in heavy-duty diesel maintenance and refrigeration systems is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must diagnose and repair heavy-duty diesel trucks and trailers in a fleet or maintenance environment.
• Experience with trailer body repairs and commercial refrigeration systems or equivalent training/experience.
• Working knowledge of telematics systems and diagnostic software.
• Able to read safety procedures and manuals and communicate maintenance information effectively.
• Valid driver license and ability to procure basic tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and non-routine repairs on fleet equipment according to DOT and company standards.
• Diagnose and repair diesel engines, suspension, braking, electrical, lighting, and cooling systems.
• Repair auxiliary power units, A/C components, compressors, wheel seals, and water pumps.
• Carry out trailer body repairs (liners, landing gear, rails, posts, H-frames).
• Diagnose and repair Thermo King/Carrier refrigeration systems and retrofit units as assigned.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on tractors and trailers and document work orders accurately.
• Order parts, monitor inventory, and coordinate with vendors and internal/external customers.
• Maintain a clean, safe service vehicle, shop, and work area; follow safety and PPE requirements.

Skills

Diesel engine diagnosis

Preventive maintenance

Trailer body repair

Telematics systems

Electrical systems diagnosis

Safety procedures

Reading manuals and documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical school training / apprenticeship / industry certification

Military training / equivalent practical experience

Tools

Diagnostic software

Telematics software

Cummins X15

Detroit DD15

Thermo King/Carrier refrigeration systems repair

Job description

Mobile Diesel/Trailer TechnicianWe use cookies to make the safest and most effective website possible.# Stevens Transport Careers## Mobile Diesel/Trailer TechnicianApply: Dodge City: Full time: Posted Today: JR101464**Department:**Paragon Fleet Maintenance Group**Job Description:****JOB SUMMARY:**The ***Mobile Diesel/Trailer Technician*** performs preventive maintenance, inspections, diagnostic testing, and general and complex repairs on company and contractor trucks, trailers, auxiliary power units, and refrigeration equipment. Supported equipment may include Peterbilt, Kenworth, Freightliner, Utility, Thermo King, and Carrier products. This role travels to or works at assigned service locations in the Laredo area and helps ensure equipment meets applicable safety and U.S. Department of Transportation requirements. **JOB DESCRIPTION:****Key Responsibilities*** Perform scheduled and non-routine repairs on company and contractor fleet equipment in accordance with applicable DOT and company standards.* Diagnose and repair diesel engines, suspension and steering systems, air and hydraulic braking systems, electrical systems, lighting systems, and complex cooling systems.* Diagnose and repair auxiliary power units, air-conditioning components, compressors, wheel seals, and water pumps.* Perform trailer body repairs, including liners, landing gear, top rails, side rails, door posts, and H-frames.* Diagnose and repair Thermo King and Carrier refrigeration systems and retrofit refrigeration units when assigned.* Perform preventive maintenance on tractors and trailers, including oil changes, battery checks, lubrication, inspections, and related repairs.* Replace and repair tires using applicable safety procedures.* Document inspections, diagnostics, repairs, parts usage, and maintenance activities accurately and timely.* Order parts, monitor inventory, and coordinate professionally with vendors and internal or external customers.* Maintain a clean, organized, and safe service vehicle, shop, and work area; follow safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment.* Perform other job-related duties as assigned. **QUALIFICATIONS:****Minimum Qualifications*** Demonstrated experience diagnosing and repairing heavy-duty diesel trucks and trailers in a commercial fleet, dealership, or similar maintenance environment.* Experience with trailer mechanical and body repairs and commercial refrigeration systems, or an equivalent combination of relevant training, certifications, and work experience.* Working knowledge of telematics systems and diagnostic software.* Ability to use standard business software to complete work orders, communicate, and maintain records.* Ability to read and understand safety procedures, operating manuals, service manuals, work orders, and technical documentation, and to communicate maintenance information effectively.* Ability to perform basic math calculations used in maintenance and inventory activities.* Valid driver license required because the position operates and moves vehicles or equipment as an essential job duty.* Must possess, or be able to obtain, the basic tools required for assigned job functions.**Preferred Qualifications*** Approximately five or more years of progressively responsible heavy-duty diesel and trailer maintenance experience.* Thermo King or Carrier refrigeration repair experience or certification.* Cummins or Detroit training or certification.* Commercial vehicle inspection certification.* Experience with vendor or customer relations and parts inventory management. **SKILLS AND ABILITIES:*** Diesel engine diagnosis and repair, including familiarity with Cummins X15 and Detroit DD15 engines.* Preventive maintenance and mechanical repair of tractors, trailers, braking systems, steering, suspension, electrical, lighting, and cooling systems.* Trailer body repair, including liners, landing gear, rails, door posts, and H-frames.* Electronic diagnostics, diagnostic software, and telematics systems.* Safe and effective use of hand tools, power tools, shop equipment, and personal protective equipment.* Organization, inventory control, documentation, customer service, and professional communication. **WORK EXPERIENCE:**Relevant heavy-duty diesel and trailer maintenance experience sufficient to perform the essential duties independently. Experience equivalent to approximately five years is preferred; equivalent technical training, military experience, certifications, or related work experience may be considered. **EDUCATION:**High school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Relevant technical school training, apprenticeship, industry certification, military training, or equivalent practical experience is valued. **PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:**The physical requirements below describe activities associated with the essential functions of the position. A qualified individual must be able to perform these functions with or without reasonable accommodation.* Frequently maneuver around, inside, on, and under trucks and trailers and work in tight spaces to inspect, diagnose, and repair equipment.* Frequently stand, bend, squat, kneel, crawl, push, pull, reach, and use hands to handle, control, or feel tools and components.* Climb ladders, stairs, and platforms using applicable fall-protection and safety procedures.* Lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Use team lifting or mechanical assistance when appropriate and available.* Work in indoor and outdoor environments that may involve heat, cold, noise, moving equipment, grease, fumes, and other conditions typical of fleet maintenance operations.* Travel locally to service locations and respond to mobile repair assignments as scheduled. **REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:**Paragon Leasing and Stevens Transport provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities to enable participation in the hiring process and performance of essential job functions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. Applicants who need an accommodation should contact Human Resources.**Workshift:****Education:****In compliance with Federal and State equal employment opportunity laws, qualified candidates are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, non-job-related disability, or any other protected group status.**# **ABOUT US:**Paragon Leasing, L. P. is a full service Equipment Maintenance Powerhouse servicing one of the largest transportation fleets of Commercial vehicles in North America. Located at Stevens Transport’s 75-acre headquarters in Dallas, Texas, Paragon Leasing operates a 400,000 square foot, full service, state of the art maintenance facility. We offer you a chance to service an industry leading fleet of late model equipment, working with the latest technology, tools and diagnostic systems to drive one of the largest refrigerated transportation companies in the industry. Our maintenance teams keep our business moving bringing the mechanical, technical and management experience expertise that keep our trucks and trailers on the road running smoothly.# **WHY PARAGON LEASING:**Paragon Leasing 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! Paragon Leasing is powered by people. We are committed to a culture of high expectations and exceptional performance.# **WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR:**At Paragon Leasing, 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 very best every day.