Senior Diesel Technician – Tractors & Drivetrain

U.S. Xpress, Inc.; Ellenwood (GA); Sur place; USD 96 049 000 - 106 708 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Basic/Supplemental Life

Health Savings Accounts

Flexible Savings Accounts

Company Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

401k with Employer Matching Contrib.

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Short Term Incentive Program

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Résumé du poste

U.S. Xpress, Inc. in Ellenwood, GA is seeking a seasoned Diesel Technician to diagnose, service, and repair tractors and related components at our Ellenwood Terminal. You will mentor junior technicians and ensure timely DOT documentation while maintaining safety and productivity standards.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years’ tractor experience, a diesel tech diploma or equivalent, and active DOT/AC/brake certifications. Local candidates preferred; comprehensive benefits provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; trade school preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of tractor experience; a Technical Diploma may substitute for 1 year.
• DOT, AC, and brake certifications required; ASE certification preferred.

Responsabilités

• Test, service, and repair tractors and related mechanical components.
• Perform in-depth diagnostics on engines, transmission, driveline, HVAC, electrical, suspension, brakes and air systems.
• Mentor Tractor Tech I and II as needed.
• Accurately complete DOT forms and all documentation in a timely fashion.
• Drive trucks in and out of shop before and after repairs.
• Maintain high productivity to meet SRT times.
• Repair/replace bolts on body parts as needed.
• Perform DOT inspections per USX guidelines.
• Prepare tractor for next driver with open seat inspections.
• Perform 90 day lease operator inspections.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on tractors and trailers.
• Check vehicle fluids and tire conditions.
• Change vehicle tires; grease mechanical parts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Tractor experience

Diagnostics

DOT certification

ASE certification

Driver's license

Hand tools

Reading & writing

Basic computer skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Diesel technology diploma/technical training

Description du poste

U.S. Xpress, Inc. in Ellenwood, GA is seeking a seasoned Diesel Technician to diagnose, service, and repair tractors and related components at our Ellenwood Terminal. You will mentor junior technicians and ensure timely DOT documentation while maintaining safety and productivity standards.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years’ tractor experience, a diesel tech diploma or equivalent, and active DOT/AC/brake certifications. Local candidates preferred; comprehensive benefits provided.