Technician A

Virginia Transportation Corp; Tennessee; On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

401k with company match

Life insurance

Uniform allowance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Fleet Direct Truck and Trailer Sales in Tennessee is seeking an experienced Technician A to support the second shift, performing inspections, maintenance and repairs on diesel equipment and trucks.

You will diagnose issues, estimate time and materials, follow safety procedures, and coordinate with the Lead Mechanic. A CDL and welding cert are preferred but not required; 5+ years with hydraulics is ideal; apply to join a team dedicated to reliability and quality service.

Qualifications

• Class A CDL preferred but not required.
• Certified welder preferred but not required.
• 5+ years in class 8 tractor truck maintenance with hydraulics.
• Proficient in electronic diagnostics Cummins and PACCAR.
• Experience with Peterbilt chassis a plus.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and safety.
• Computer literacy: Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

• Perform proficient inspection, diagnosis and repair of assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Provide guidance to maintenance staff as needed.
• Inspect quality of outside repairs and assess damage for repairs.
• Conduct safety checks on trucks.
• Estimate time and material costs for repairs.
• Maintain communication with Lead Mechanic and team.
• Keep shop equipment operating and stocked.
• Contain costs by evaluating parts and warranty options.
• Keep inventory of supplies and reorder as needed.
• Update knowledge through training and publications.
• Occasionally perform service calls for breakdowns.
• Maintain clean, safe work area per OSHA standards and procedures.

Skills

CDL Class A

Diesel maintenance

Hydraulics

Cummins/PACCAR diag

Peterbilt chassis

DOT compliance

MS Excel/Outlook

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Cummins Diagnostics

PACCAR Diagnostics

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

WHY JOIN THE FLEET DIRECT TRUCK AND TRAILER SALES TEAM?

Ready to drive your career to new heights? Fleet Direct Truck and Trailer Sales is on the lookout for passionate individuals to join our dynamic team! If you’re fueled by ambition and a love for all things trucks and trailers, we want YOU!

As part of our family, you’ll have the opportunity to steer your career in the right direction. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a fresh graduate eager to hit the road running, Fleet Direct is the perfect pit stop for your career journey.

Explore endless possibilities, collaborate with a diverse team, and accelerate your success in an industry that’s always on the move. We offer competitive benefits, a supportive work environment, and a roadmap for growth within the company.

Don’t just follow the path - help us pave it! Join Fleet Direct Truck and Trailer Sales and drive your ambitions into a future full of opportunities.

BENEFITS

• Excellent Insurance Coverage: Health, dental and vision plans available.
• Disability Insurance: Company-paid short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.
• Paid Time Off: Sick, personal, vacation and holidays.
• 401k: Retirement savings with company match.
• Life Insurance: $150,00.00 company-paid life insurance.
• Uniform Allowance: Spend less out of pocket.
• Employee Discounts: Receive discounts on goods and services from our partners.

• And More: Voluntary benefits including accident, hospital indemnity, & critical illness.

MORE ABOUT THE TECHNICIAN A ROLE:

What will the Technician A do?

The Technician A will support the team during the second shift by maintaining diesel equipment operations, completing inspections and preventive maintenance requirements; correcting vehicle deficiencies; making adjustments and alignments, and keeping records.

What is the Technician A responsible for?

1. Perform proficient inspection, diagnosis and moderately complex repair of assigned vehicles and equipment.
2. Provide assistance, guidance and direction to other maintenance personnel.
3. Inspect the quality of outside/supplier repairs and or rebuilds. Assess structural damage and assign needed repairs utilizing the most appropriate method(s).
4. Conduct safety checks on trucks.
5. Perform maintenance related work as required.
6. Estimate time and material costs on repairs.
7. Maintains a clear line of communication to the Lead Mechanic/Foreman and other staff in the maintenance department as needed.
8. Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance.
9. Contains costs by using warranty, evaluating service and parts options.
10. Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.
11. Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications.
12. Occasionally may perform service calls for emergency breakdowns.
13. Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate/OSHA Standards and perform all work in accordance with established procedures.

What knowledge, skills and abilities are required for the Technician A role?

1. Class A CDL license is preferred but not required.
2. Certified welder is preferred but not required.
3. 5+ years’ experience in class 8 tractor truck maintenance with background of hydraulics.
4. Proficient in electronic diagnostics Cummins and Paccar.
5. Experience with Peterbilt chassis a plus.
6. Knowledge of DOT compliance, laws, rules, regulations and safety is helpful.
7. Knowledge of transportation management system, a plus.
8. Computer literate. Microsoft, Outlook and Excel a plus.
9. Attention to detail and possess a high level of accuracy.
10. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and ability to stay calm under pressure.
11. Strong interpersonal skills to develop and maintain positive relationships with dispatch team and auto haulers.
12. Excellent communication skills both internally and with customers.
13. Work may require more than 40 hours per week.

What are the physical demands of the Technician A role?

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an empl