Mobile Service Diesel Technician

TransChicago Truck Group; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k)

Pension

Disability Benefit

Death Benefit

AD&D Benefit

HRA

PTO

Paid Holidays

Sick Time

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

TransChicago Truck Group seeks a Mobile Service Technician to service diesel equipment at customer locations and in our facilities. You will perform inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs, including DOT inspections and oil changes, while maintaining records and inventory.

The role requires strong mechanical skills, attention to detail, and reliability. Some shop work and travel may be needed; comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years industry experience preferred.
• Certifications for Detroit, Cummins, Freightliner or Total Truck Care (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and preventive maintenance on diesel equipment at customer sites or in the shop.
• Repair and maintain customer vehicles incl. DOT inspections, lube and oil changes, minor repairs.
• Maintain Mobile Department vehicles and truck inventory.
• Record information on vehicles repaired and complete inspections forms.
• Conduct diagnostic tests to identify worn/damaged parts.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state vehicle requirements.
• Keep vehicles and shop clean and well-maintained.
• Update knowledge through trainings and reading technical literature.
• Accept other duties as assigned.

Skills

Tooling

Supply Management

Mechanical Inspection Tools

Technical Understanding

Attention to Detail

Dependability

Thoroughness

Verbal Communication

Documentation

Inventory Control

Job Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

5+ years industry experience

Certifications: Detroit, Cummins, Freightliner

Tools

Maintenance Tools

Job description

TransChicago Truck Group is a leader in truck and truck related products and services. Our mission is to continually seek better ways of doing business. To differentiate ourselves from our competitors. All our activities are structured to recognize and exceed the expectations of our customers.

What you will be doing:

The Mobile Service Technician will maintain diesel equipment operation by completing inspections and preventive maintenance requirements; correcting vehicle deficiencies; making adjustments and alignments; keeping records.

What you need to succeed (Skills):

• Performs job duties at customer’s location and/or outside of the Company facility
• Repairs and maintains customer vehicles, including D.O.T. inspections, lube and oil changes, minor adjustments and minor repairs on tractors, trailers and trucks.
• Maintains Mobile Department vehicles, including clean-up and mechanical
• Maintains truck inventory
• Records necessary information on vehicles being repaired and completes appropriate inspections forms
• When mobile maintenance work is not available, performs assigned duties in the main shop.
• Determines vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts.
• Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; controlling corrosion; completing winterization procedures.
• Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems.
• Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.
• Maintains vehicle appearance by cleaning, washing, and painting.
• Maintains vehicle records by annotating services and repairs.
• Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications.
• Enhances maintenance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Tooling
• Supply Management
• Mechanical Inspection Tools
• Technical Understanding
• Attention to Detail, Dependability
• Thoroughness
• Verbal Communication, Documentation Skills
• Inventory Control
• Job Knowledge

Education and/or required experience:

• High School Diploma
• 5+ years industry experience
• Certifications for Detroit, Cummins, Freightliner or Total Truck Care (Preferred)

Compensation & Benefits:

• Compensation: $37.50/hr-$43.40/hr.Compensation will be determined based on experience, competencies, certifications, and education
• Benefits
  • Medical Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Pension
  • Disability Benefit
  • Death Benefit
  • AD&D Benefit
  • HRA
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Sick Time
  • Paid Holidays
  • Additional voluntary benefits: Life & AD&D Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability, Flexible Savings Account, Commuter Benefits (depending on location), Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Cancer Insurance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class