Service Technician - Diesel (2nd Shift)

Truck Enterprises, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at an award-winning dealership known for quality and customer service. As a Service Technician, you will perform high-quality repairs on trucks, ensuring customer satisfaction and safety. With a focus on teamwork and personal development, this role offers a stable environment with competitive compensation and benefits. Ideal for motivated individuals with mechanical skills and a desire to contribute to team success, this position provides opportunities for growth and certification in various areas. Embrace the chance to work in a progressive setting that values your expertise and commitment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) with Match

Paid Leave

Short & Long-Term Disability

Voluntary Life Insurance

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in medium/heavy truck repair and maintenance.
• VA State Inspector's certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality repairs on customer equipment.
• Maintain accurate work order records of work performed.
• Advise on recommended changes in services ordered.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Communication Skills

Organization Skills

Ability to Operate Power and Hand Tools

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Bring your skills to the 2020 Kenworth Dealer of the Year! Kenworth Sales Co., a 37-location Kenworth and Isuzu truck dealership group, is looking for a Service Technician (2nd Shift) to join our team in Richmond, VA.

** 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 high-quality repairs on customer equipment and make recommendations for additional services as determined during servicing.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Receive repair order assignments from the Shop Foreman.
2. Perform work in order and in a timely, thorough manner, maintaining high standards of workmanship.
3. Advise the Shop Foreman of any recommended changes in services ordered by the customer.
4. Determine if further repairs or servicing should be recommended to the customer and communicate these recommendations.
5. Maintain training and experience with specialized equipment, machinery, and servicing techniques.
6. Attend training sessions as required by the Service Manager.
7. Perform additional repairs if returned by the customer due to faulty workmanship.
8. Maintain accurate work order records of work performed and time clocked jobs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in medium and/or heavy truck repair and maintenance.
• Outstanding mechanical aptitude and skills.
• VA State Inspector's certification or willingness to obtain it.
• Valid Class A or B CDL or willingness to obtain one.
• Paccar, Cummins, and CAT Certifications or willingness to obtain.
• Personal motivation and self-reliance.
• Desire to contribute to team success.
• Ability to operate power and hand tools safely.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English instructions.

BENEFITS:

• Kenworth Sales Company promotes a progressive environment emphasizing teamwork, customer service, training, and personal development.
• Stability – financially strong with an established customer base and growth potential.
• Work for an award-winning dealership known for quality and customer service.
• Competitive compensation and benefits including health and dental insurance, FSAs with FLEX Card, Group Life, Short & Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Life Insurance, holidays, paid leave, 401(k) with match, and voluntary supplemental plans.

Veterans are encouraged to apply!

About the company:

Kenworth Sales Company is a family of companies based in Salt Lake City, Utah, with over 37 dealerships across the Intermountain West and Mid-Atlantic regions.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Smoke-Free/Drug-Free Facility. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, or veteran status.