Service Truck Technician

Werner Enterprises, Inc.; Macclenny (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

Werner Enterprises, Inc. seeks a skilled diesel mechanic to service tractors and trailers within a 60-mile radius. The role emphasizes roadside repairs and on-site maintenance at customer yards or parking lots.

This is a safety-sensitive position due to the essential nature of the job. Candidates should have at least 2 years of truck/trailer repair experience, be able to read and write, and hold a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years truck and trailer repair experience.
• Ability to read and write.
• Good communications skills.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Basic computer knowledge and data entry experience.

Responsibilities

• Repair trucks and trailers, including tire repair/replacement and filters.
• Replace batteries, alternators, seals, doors, and hardware.
• Repair electrical and lighting, suspensions, and weld as needed.
• Fill out work orders and document parts used and labor times.
• Drive service truck to sites and return to shop; keep truck fueled and maintained.
• Keep service truck parts inventoried and restock as needed.

Skills

Mechanic aptitude

Operate service truck

Read shop manuals

Independent worker

Heavy lifting

Education

Read and write

Job description

The main purpose of this position is to travel within a 60 mile general radius to repair Tractors / Trailers that need roadside assistance and to make repairs to Tractors/ Trailers that are located at customers shipping yards or parking lots. Due to the nature of the essential job functions of this role, this is a safety sensitive position.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Repair trucks and trailers to include tire repair and/or tire replacement. Replace fuel filters, jump start trucks or refrigerated trailers.
• Replace batteries, alternators, trailer door seals, trailer dolly legs, trailer doors and hardware, wheel seals, air brake systems repairs, coolant leaks, patch holes in trailer roof, side panels, and floor. Repair electrical and lighting problems, repair suspension and air ride systems, weld and repair mud flap brackets, ICC bumpers, and other components that may need welding. Any other mechanic repairs that can be done outside of the shop building.
• Communicate with Shop Manager, Road Breakdown by using cell phone or 2-way radio.
• Fill out work orders and document parts used and labor times for repairs completed.
• Drive service truck from shop to service site and return to the shop. Keep service truck fueled and complete proper maintenance to keep service truck operational. Keep service truck clean.
• Keep service truck parts inventoried and restock parts as needed. This includes taking along parts that maybe needed to compete repairs on site.
• Any additional duties requested by shop manager.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Mechanic aptitude and ability to operate shop tools and air tools.
• Operate a service truck.
• Ability to read shop service manuals.
• Be able to work independently.
• Ability to lift in excess of 100 lbs.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 2 years truck and trailer repair experience.
• Ability to read and write.
• Good communications skills.
• Basic computer knowledge and data entry experience.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.

We know benefits are critical and we are committed to offering comprehensive and affordable options for you and your loved ones. This position is eligible for benefits, which include medical, dental and vision plans. We also offer a 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, paid time off, life insurance, disability plans and other optional supplemental coverage.

Werner Enterprises provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information or veteran status or other status protected by law. We encourage applicants of all ages as we do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant’s age.