Service Technician- Deisel

Kenworth Sales CO; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental insurance

FSAs with FLEX Card

Group Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid Vacation and Personal Leave

Job summary

Kenworth Sales Company in Missoula, MT is seeking a Service Technician to perform high-quality repairs on customer equipment and make recommendations for additional services as determined by the Technician during service. This role requires 2–3 years of heavy truck repair experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to safely operate power and hand tools.

The position offers hourly pay with benefits and a commitment to safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in medium and/or heavy truck repair.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend English instructions.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Receives repair orders and follows instructions to complete work thoroughly.
• Maintains high workmanship standards in all services performed.
• Advises on recommended changes in services to customers.
• Determines if further repairs are warranted and communicates with the Shop Foreman.
• Maintains records of work performed and time spent on jobs.
• Attends training sessions and stays current with equipment servicing techniques.

Skills

Truck repair

Mechanical aptitude

Tools operation

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Hoist & test equipment

Job description

Bring your skills to a company where all 33 of our service locations proudly hold PremierCare Gold certification demonstrating our commitment to providing superior customer care. Kenworth Sales Co. is looking for a Service Technician to join our Missoula,MT team. ** Due to federally mandated DOT regulations, Kenworth Sales Company is a drug-free workplace. Any offer of employment will be contingent on passing a pre-employment drug screening.

Salary Minimum and Maximum: $20 - $40 Hourly. Depending on Experience.

JOB SUMMARY:

The primary function of the Service Technician is to perform superior quality repairs tocustomer equipment and make recommendations for further services as determined by the Technician during service.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receives repair order assignments from Shop Foreman
• Follows instructions and executes work assignments in repair order thoroughly and efficiently.
• Maintains superior standard of workmanship in all services performed.
• Advises Shop Foreman of any recommended changes in services ordered by the customer
• Determines if any further repairs or servicing should be recommended to the customer, and communicates such recommendations to the Shop Foreman
• Maintains a level of training and experience with specialized equipment, machinery, and servicing techniques necessary for superior servicing of the customer’s equipment
• Attends training sessions as required by the Service Manager
• Performs additional repairs as required when any piece of equipment is returned by the customer because of the Technician’s faulty workmanship
• Maintains accurate work order records of work performed and time clocked on jobs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in medium and/or heavy truck repair and maintenance. Outstanding mechanical aptitude and skills necessary to produce top results. Driver’s license and clean driving record. Personal motivation and self-reliance. Manual dexterity. Ability to operate power and hand tools and other equipment safely. Excellent organization and communication skills. High school diploma or the equivalent. Ability to read, write and comprehend English instructions and information

WORKING CONDITIONS:

This is a physically demanding position. Will stand six to eight hours per shift. Will stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, handle and feel. Will lift parts weighing up to 50 pounds. Will use hand and power tools, hoist and test equipment. Will be exposed to noise, vibration, dust, exhaust fumes, paint, and other hazardous and nonhazardous materials.

BENEFITS:

• Kenworth Sales Company promotes a progressive environment with an emphasis on teamwork, customer service, training and personal development.
• Stability – Company is financially strong with an established base of customers and is well-positioned for continued expansion.
• History of Excellence – Work for an award-winning dealership with a reputation for unsurpassed quality and customer service.
• Excellent compensation and benefits package including comprehensive Health and Dental insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) with FLEX Card, Group Life Insurance, Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Corporate Holidays, Paid Vacation and Personal Leave, 401(k) plan with company match, and Voluntary Supplemental Insurance plans.

Veterans are encouraged to apply!

About the company:

Kenworth Sales Company is a family of companies based in Salt Lake City, Utah of over 38 dealerships in the Intermountain West and Mid-Atlantic regions.

An Equal Opportunity employer, Smoke Free/Drug Free Facility. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.