Repair Technician Lead

Navistar; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Repair Technician Lead to join their dynamic team in Joliet. This role offers the chance to utilize your mechanical expertise and vendor negotiation skills while working with trucks and automotive systems. You'll be responsible for organizing and managing trucks, supporting sales efforts, and ensuring efficient operations. The company provides a competitive rewards package, including health benefits and a 401(k) match, making it an attractive opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in the automotive field. If you're passionate about mechanics and ready for a career change, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Health benefits

Employee discount program

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Legal insurance

Qualifications

• 3+ years of technical truck/automotive experience required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CDL status is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Organize and manage trucks on the yard efficiently.
• Work with vendors for truck reconditioning and repairs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Vendor negotiation

Organizational skills

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Computer literacy (MS Office)

Education

Associate’s degree

5 years of technical truck/automotive experience

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Position Overview

Exciting things are happening at International in Joliet!

Are you a mechanic that is looking for a career change? International is looking for a Repair Technician Lead that has the mechanical knowledge and has experience working with outside vendors, negotiating, replacing batteries, installing mud flaps and ordering parts.

Responsibilities

• Receive, Ship, and Organize Trucks on the yard
• Support Retail, Wholesale, and National Account Sales
• Test drive trucks
• Work directly with vendors for truck reconditioning
• Transport trucks between service providers for reconditioning and assist with truck deliveries
• Set parameters, diagnose CELs, perform forced regens, update ECM/BCM as needed
• R&R batteries, add fuel, perform minor repairs as needed
• Learn truck appraisals, inspections and incoming inventory check-ins
• Keep yard and shop area clean and presentable
• Stay abreast of current inventory and participate in its management
• Ability to obtain and maintain CDL status (Commercial Driver’s License)

Minimum Requirements

• Associate’s degree
• At least 3 years of technical truck/automotive experience

OR

• At least 5 years of technical truck/automotive experience

Additional Requirements

• Qualified candidates, excluding current International Motors employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. International Motors does not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)

Desired Skills

• CDL class A or B, or be able to acquire CDL
• Computer literate, familiar with MS Office
• Mechanical aptitude, able to use basic hand tools
• Be organized. Will be keeping track of consumable via a log
• Process the ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Experience working with vendors

Benefits and Compensation

We provide a competitive total rewards package which ensures job satisfaction both on and off the job. We offer market-based compensation, health benefits, 401(k) match, tuition assistance, EAP, legal insurance, an employee discount program, and more.

For this position, the expected salary range will be commensurate with the candidate’s applicable skills, knowledge and experience.

You can learn more about International’s comprehensive benefits package at https://careers.international.com/#benefits.

Company Overview

ABOUTTRATON With its brands Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus,TRATONSE is the parent and holding company of theTRATONGROUP and one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Group’s product portfolio comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. “Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.”: this intention underlines the Company’s ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Group’s commercial growth.

ABOUT INTERNATIONAL
From a one-man company built on the world-changing invention of the McCormick reaper in 1831, to the 15,000-person-strong company we are today, few companies can lay claim to a history like International. Based in Lisle, Illinois, International Motors, LLC* creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International trucks and engines and IC Bus school and commercial buses that are as tough and as smart as the people who drive them. We also develop Fleetrite aftermarket parts. In everything we do, our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner, safer world we all deserve. As of 2021, we joined Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus in TRATON GROUP, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. To learn more, visitwww.International.com.

*International Motors, LLC is d/b/a International Motors USA in Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and Utah.

EEO Statement

International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to access the online application system or participate in the interview process due to your disability, please email [e-mail] to request assistance. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response. Otherwise, your request may not be considered.

• Associate’s degree
• At least 3 years of technical truck/automotive experience

OR

• At least 5 years of technical truck/automotive experience

• Receive, Ship, and Organize Trucks on the yard
• Support Retail, Wholesale, and National Account Sales
• Test drive trucks
• Work directly with vendors for truck reconditioning
• Transport trucks between service providers for reconditioning and assist with truck deliveries
• Set parameters, diagnose CELs, perform forced regens, update ECM/BCM as needed
• R&R batteries, add fuel, perform minor repairs as needed
• Learn truck appraisals, inspections and incoming inventory check-ins
• Keep yard and shop area clean and presentable
• Stay abreast of current inventory and participate in its management
• Ability to obtain and maintain CDL status (Commercial Driver’s License)