Senior Tractor Diagnostics Technician

Xpresstechfreight; Springfield Township (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401k with Employer Matching Contrib.

Paid Time Off

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Short Term Incentive Program

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Job summary

U.S. Xpress in Springfield, OH seeks a Tractor Technician III to diagnose, service, and repair tractors and related components on-site. The role requires extensive experience and DOT-compliant procedures, with mentoring duties for junior technicians.

Expect a full-time schedule Wednesday through Saturday, 6am–4:30pm, and a compensation range of $33.52–$37.24 per hour. Candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent, ASE/DOT/AC/brake certifications, a valid license, and basic computer

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of tractor experience required.
• A Technical Diploma from an accredited Diesel Technology Program may substitute for 1 year of the required experience.
• ASE Certifications preferred.
• DOT, AC, and brake certifications required.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Ability to read and write.
• Must provide own hand tools that is adequate to perform job functions.

Responsibilities

• Test, service, and repair tractors and related mechanical components.
• Perform in depth diagnostic and repairs on engines, transmission, driveline, HVAC, electrical, suspension, brakes and air systems etc.
• Act as a mentor and trainer to Tractor Tech I and II’s as needed.
• Accurately complete DOT forms and all other forms of documentation in timely fashion.
• Drive trucks in and out of shop before and after repairs.
• Maintain a high level of productivity and be able to work within or better than SRT times.
• Repair/replace bolts on body parts such as hoods and cab extenders.
• Perform DOT inspections as outlined in USX guidelines.
• Perform open seat inspections to prepare tractor for next driver.
• Perform 90 day lease operator inspections.
• Clean and maintain work area on a daily basis.
• Perform basic or minor repairs and inspections on brakes, tires, wiring etc.
• Perform basic and routine preventative maintenance on tractors and trailers as outlined in USX pm guidelines.
• Check vehicle fluids (e.g. transmission, oil, windshield wiper, antifreeze, etc.).
• Change vehicle tires.
• Grease mechanical parts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading & writing

Basic computer skills

Independent problem solving

Valid Driver’s License

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college/trade school preferred

Tools

ASE Certifications

DOT certifications

AC certifications

Brake certifications

Hand tools

Job description

U.S. Xpress in Springfield, OH seeks a Tractor Technician III to diagnose, service, and repair tractors and related components on-site. The role requires extensive experience and DOT-compliant procedures, with mentoring duties for junior technicians.

Expect a full-time schedule Wednesday through Saturday, 6am–4:30pm, and a compensation range of $33.52–$37.24 per hour. Candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent, ASE/DOT/AC/brake certifications, a valid license, and basic computer