Sales Tractor Technician

Tmc Transportation, Inc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

TMC Transportation, Inc. in Chicago, IL is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform preventative maintenance and repairs on our tractors and trailers.

You will diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, use diagnostic software and hand tools, and ensure safety standards are met to keep our fleet reliable. The ideal candidate has a technical school degree or relevant experience and a valid driver’s license, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.

Qualifications

• Technical school degree or relevant experience.
• Must have valid Driver’s License.
• Must be attentive to detail and able to communicate effectively.
• Able to perform in a fast-paced, physically demanding workload.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain tractors and/or trailers using hand tools, precision measuring instruments, and machine tools.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot and examine parts for defects and wear.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot electrical circuits using computer-based diagnostics and schematics.
• Recondition, repair and replace parts as needed.
• Perform routine maintenance checks on brakes, wheels, electrical and air systems.
• Diagnose engine/driveline/ABS issues with mechanical knowledge and diagnostics software.
• Utilize cutting, welding, and fabrication tools for trailer repairs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Tractor repair

Trailer repair

Electrical troubleshooting

Diagnostics software

Welding & fabrication

Safety awareness

Valid driver’s license

Education

Technical school degree

Tools

Hand tools

Machine tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Job Description

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The primary function for a Maintenance Technician will be to perform tractor and/or trailer preventative maintenance repairs to advance mechanical and electrical troubleshooting procedures.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Repair and maintain company tractors and/or trailers using hand tools, precision measuring instruments, and machine tools
• Diagnose, troubleshoot and examine parts for defects and excessive wear
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical circuits utilizing computer based software diagnostic programs and printed wiring schematics
• Recondition, repair and/or replace parts
• Perform routine maintenance checks including inspecting brake system, wheel bearings, electrical system, and air systems
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair engine/driveline/ABS related issues utilizing sound mechanical knowledge and computer based diagnostic programs
• Ability to set up and use common cutting, welding, and metal fabrication tooling and equipment as needed to complete trailer repairs
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

• Technical school degree and/or previous tractor/trailer repair experience
• Must have valid Driver’s License
• Must be attentive to detail
• Strong oral and written communication skills required
• Must be able to handle a fast-paced, physically demanding workload

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Must be able to lift 100lbs repetitively and overhead
• Must be able to climb on/off trailers throughout the shift

TMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.