Service Technician - Diesel (Tuesday - Saturday)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Service Technician to join their Chesapeake team. This role involves performing high-quality repairs on customer equipment and providing recommendations for further services. You will be part of a supportive environment that emphasizes teamwork and personal development. With a strong focus on training and a commitment to excellence, this position offers a chance to work with an award-winning dealership known for its superior customer service. If you have a passion for mechanical work and a desire to contribute to a thriving team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health and Dental insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) plan with company match

Paid Vacation and Personal Leave

Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Corporate Holidays

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform superior quality repairs to customer equipment.
• Maintain accurate work order records and communicate with Shop Foreman.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Organization skills

Ability to operate power and hand tools

Personal motivation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Bring your skills to the 2020 Kenworth Dealer of the Year! Kenworth Sales Company, a 37-location Kenworth Sales, is looking for a Service Technician (Tuesday - Saturday) to join our Chesapeake, VA 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.

Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday; 7:30am - 4pm

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.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Receives repair order assignments from Shop Foreman.
2. Performs work directed in order and 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 the customer.
4. Determines if any further repairs or servicing should be recommended to the 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.
6. Attends training sessions as required by the Service Manager.
7. Performs additional repairs as required when any piece of equipment is returned by the customer because of the Technician’s faulty workmanship.
8. Maintains accurate work order records of work performed and time clocked jobs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in medium and/or heavy truck repair and maintenance.
2. Outstanding mechanical aptitude and skills necessary to produce top results.
3. A VA State Inspector's certification or willingness to obtain it.
4. A valid class A or B CDL or the willingness to obtain one.
5. Personal motivation and self-reliance.
6. Desire to be the driver of team success.
7. Ability to operate power and hand tools and other equipment safely.
8. Excellent organization and communication skills.
9. High school diploma or the equivalent.
10. Ability to read, write and comprehend English instructions and information.

BENEFITS:

1. Investment - Our compensation package is very competitive in the industry. We invest in our TEAM with training focused on master tech status.
2. Kenworth Sales Company promotes a progressive environment with an emphasis on teamwork, customer service, training and personal development.
3. Stability – Company is financially strong with an established base of customers and is well-positioned for continued expansion.
4. History of Excellence – Work for an award-winning dealership with a reputation for unsurpassed quality and customer service.
5. 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 37 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.