Shop Technician: Brake & DOT Safety Certified

United Petroleum Transports; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company based in Wichita, Kansas, is looking for a dedicated maintenance technician. Responsibilities include promoting safety, preparing repair orders, and complying with DOT regulations. Candidates should have a High School diploma and be willing to obtain ASE Brake certification. This role requires good interpersonal skills and the ability to operate in a shop environment while adhering to safety standards. Compensation details are competitive and reflect the specialized skills required.

Qualifications

• Should possess or be willing to obtain ASE Brake certification within the first 180 days of employment.
• Meet qualifications to perform vehicle inspections as per federal regulations.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety in all actions.
• Prepare repair orders per company policy.
• Complete records in compliance with company rules.

Skills

ASE Brake certification

Ability to prioritize

Self-starter

Good interpersonal skills

Basic mechanics skills

Education

High School Education or equivalent

Job description

• Prepare repair orders as per company policy
• Work effectively and safely within the shop area and when making a road call without supervision.
• Complete records in a timely manner in compliance with company rules and requirements.
• Comply with and continually update knowledge of all DOT regulations, federal, state, local and company standards and requirements regarding:
• Personal safety when performing maintenance operations on tractor and/or trailers
• Maintaining an environment of cleanliness and safety within the shop
• Disposal of all waste products, both hazardous and non-hazardous.
• Communicate with Maintenance Supervisor as required.
  
  

Essential Job Functions:

• Promote safety in all actions.
• Prepare repair orders as per company policy
• Work effectively and safely within the shop area and when making a road call without supervision.
• Complete records in a timely manner in compliance with company rules and requirements.
• Comply with and continually update knowledge of all DOT regulations, federal, state, local and company standards and requirements regarding:
• Personal safety when performing maintenance operations on tractor and/or trailers
• Maintaining an environment of cleanliness and safety within the shop
• Disposal of all waste products, both hazardous and non-hazardous.
• Communicate with Maintenance Supervisor as required.
  
  

Additional Responsibilities:

• Carries out duties assigned by Maintenance Supervisor or CSC Manager as required.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications for Consideration:

• High School Education or equivalent
  
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Should possess or be willing to obtain ASE Brake certification within the first 180 days of employment
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects

• Self-starter with detail oriented work habits
• Meet qualification requirement as stipulated in Section 396.19 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations as required to perform vehicle inspections
• Meet qualification requirements as stipulated in Section 396.25 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations as required to perform brake maintenance/repairs.
• Ability to safely operate tractor/trailer unit within terminal premises.
• Technical knowledge as required to:
• Insure proper treatment of various required components that include, but are not limited to: air compressors, fuel pumps, hubs, wheel, and springs: any of which may exceed 100lbs in weight.
• Perform inspections on specification cargo tanks if facility is a DOT Registered Inspector.
• Inspect, repair, or replace domes, valves, vents, or other equipment as necessary within safety, regulatory and company standards.
• Display professional demeanor
• Good interpersonal skills; able to work well with wide range of individuals
• Demonstrate dependability through good attendance and adherence to timelines and schedules
• Basic mechanics skills
• Through knowledge of DOT regulations, federal, state, local and company regulations and standards.
• Knowledge of basic company employment policies and procedures
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time on a concrete floor; repeatedly reach above shoulder level an unlimited numbers of times daily, walk, bend, reach, push, pull, stoop, kneel, squat, finger dexterity, feeling, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual activity
• Occasional lifting (up to 100 pounds)
  
  

Working Conditions:

• Normal Shop environment (concrete floors)
• Work on sometimes uneven and/or slippery surfaces
  
  

Qualifications

Education:

• High School Education or equivalent
  
  

Skills and Requirements:

• ASE certifications preferred
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects
• Self-starter with detail oriented work habits
• Meet qualification requirement as stipulated in Section 396.19 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations as required to perform vehicle inspections
• Meet qualification requirements as stipulated in Section 396.25 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations as required to perform brake maintenance/repairs
• Ability to safely operate tractor/trailer unit within terminal premises
• Technical knowledge as required to:
• Ensure proper treatment of various required components that include, but are not limited to: air compressors, fuel pumps, hubs, wheel, and springs: any of which may exceed 100lbs in weight.
• Repair as needed specification cargo tanks if the facility has an ASME-authorized U stamp or a National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessels authorized R stamp.
• Perform inspections on specification cargo tanks if facility is a DOT Registered Inspector.
• Inspect, repair, or replace domes, valves, vents, or other equipment as necessary within safety, regulatory and company standards
• Display professional demeanor
• Good interpersonal skills; able to work well with wide range of individuals
• Demonstrate dependability through good attendance and adherence to timelines and schedules
• Basic mechanics skills
• Through knowledge of DOT regulations, federal, state, local and company regulations and standards
• Knowledge of basic company employment policies and procedures
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time on a concrete floor; repeatedly reach above shoulder level an unlimited numbers of times daily, walk, bend, reach, push, pull, stoop, kneel, squat, finger dexterity, feeling, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual activity
• Occasional lifting (up to 100 pounds)
  
  

Working Conditions:

• Normal Shop environment (concrete floors)
• Work on sometimes uneven and/or slippery surfaces