Service Technician (Diesel)

Kenworth Sales; Salina (UT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Job summary

Kenworth Sales Company in Salina, UT is seeking a Service Technician to perform quality repairs on customer equipment and recommend further services as needed. The role requires 2–3 years in medium/heavy truck repair, strong mechanical aptitude, and a valid driver's license with a clean record.

The position is all about executing repair orders accurately, maintaining workmanship standards, and documenting work performed. Training and safety are emphasized in a physically demanding environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in medium and/or heavy truck repair and maintenance.
• Owns a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend English instructions and information.

Responsibilities

• Receives repair order assignments from Shop Foreman.
• Executes work assignments thoroughly and efficiently.
• Maintains a high standard of workmanship in all services performed.
• Advises on recommended changes and communicates them to the Shop Foreman.
• Maintains accurate work order records and time clocked on jobs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading & writing English

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

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 Salina, UT team.

Salary Minimum and Maximum:

$28-$37 hourly depending on experience!

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.

JOB SUMMARY:

The primary function of the Service Technician is to perform superior quality repairs to customer 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.

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.