Trailer Service Technician - Diagnose, Repair & Maintain

Kenworth Sales; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation and Personal Leave

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

Kenworth Sales Company in Caldwell, ID is seeking a Service Technician (Trailer) to perform high-quality repairs on customer equipment and provide recommendations for additional services as determined during service. This role requires 2-3 years of medium/heavy truck repair experience and a valid driver's license.

The position includes a strong benefits package and opportunities for training, with a focus on safety and DOT compliance for trailers and trucks.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in medium and/or heavy truck repair and maintenance.
• Fabrication and welding ability is required.
• Able to troubleshoot and repair brake, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Driver’s license and clean driving record.
• High school diploma or the equivalent.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend English instructions and information.

Responsibilities

• Receives repair order assignments from Shop Foreman
• Follow instructions and executes work assignments in repair order thoroughly and efficiently
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair trailer bodies, systems, and components
• Perform preventative maintenance on semi-trucks and trailers
• Ensure that trailers meet the U.S. DOT safety requirements
• Maintains superior standard of workmanship in all services performed
• Advises Shop Foreman of any recommended changes in services ordered by the customer
• Determines if any further repairs or servicing should be recommended to the customer, and communicates such recommendations to the Shop Foreman
• 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 by the Service Manager
• Performs additional repairs as required when any piece of equipment is returned by the customer because of the Technician’s faulty workmanship
• Maintains accurate work order records of work performed and time clocked on jobs.

Job description

Kenworth Sales Company in Caldwell, ID is seeking a Service Technician (Trailer) to perform high-quality repairs on customer equipment and provide recommendations for additional services as determined during service. This role requires 2-3 years of medium/heavy truck repair experience and a valid driver's license.

The position includes a strong benefits package and opportunities for training, with a focus on safety and DOT compliance for trailers and trucks.