Service Technician / Diesel Technician

Kenworth Sales CO; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the heavy-duty truck sector is on the lookout for skilled technicians to join their service team. This role promises comprehensive OEM training and a competitive benefits package, including paid vacation and insurance. Technicians will engage in high-quality repairs, ensuring customer satisfaction while adhering to safety regulations. With a focus on professional growth and a supportive workplace, this opportunity is perfect for both seasoned technicians and recent graduates eager to advance their careers in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Paid Vacation

401K Company Match

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Company Paid Life Insurance

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 years of experience as Technician’s helper or apprentice in truck dealership.

Responsibilities

• Perform superior quality repairs to customer equipment.
• Maintain accurate work order records of work performed.

Skills

Truck Repair

Manual Dexterity

Good Judgment

Operating Power Tools

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Test Equipment

Job description

Are you looking to accelerate your career with a leader in the heavy duty truck industry? Kenworth Sales is seeking exceptionally talented individuals to join our service team. After 80 years of consistent excellence, Kenworth Sales is still growing!

As a technician with Kenworth Sales, you can expect to receive the highest level of OEM training available, a competitive benefits package that includes one week of paid vacation after 120 days with another week to follow one year of employment. We offer a competitive company match 401K, Medical, Dental and vision insurance with company paid life insurance. Whether you are a seasoned technician or a graduate from tech school, we are certain Kenworth Sales has something to offer you.

Due to federally mandated DOT regulations, Kenworth Sales is a drug-free workplace. Any offer of employment will be contingent on passing a pre-employment drug screening.

Service Technician 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 in the course of the servicing.

Earn $24 - $40 an hour depending on experience!

Service Technician Duties and Responsibilities

1. Receives repair order assignments from Shop Foreman.
2. Performs work directed in repair order in a timely and thorough manner. Maintains superior standard of workmanship in all services performed.
3. Advises Shop Foreman of any recommended changes in services ordered by customer.
4. Determines if any further repairs or servicing should be recommended to customer, and communicates such recommendations to the Shop Foreman.
5. 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 from time to time by Service Manager.
6. Performs additional repairs required when any piece of equipment is returned by customer because of Technician’s faulty workmanship.
7. Maintain accurate work order records of work performed and time clocked on job.

Service Technician Qualifications

Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information. High School Diploma or the equivalent. Working knowledge of truck repair and maintenance. Two years of experience as Technician’s helper or apprentice in truck dealership. Manual dexterity. Good judgment. Ability to operate power and hand tools and other equipment safely. Driver’s License and good driving record.

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.

Kenworth Sales Company is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.