Transmission Shop Technician

Kirby Corporation; Lodi (NJ); On-site; USD 54,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits

Pension plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kirby Corporation in New Jersey is seeking experienced diesel repair technicians to diagnose problems and perform standard mechanical repairs on customer equipment, including transmissions and subassemblies. This is a union position requiring union membership after 90 days.

Top hourly rates are offered for experience with Allison transmissions and Cummins engines. The role involves routine maintenance, parts coordination, and electrical/mechanical repairs with emphasis on accuracy, safety, and

Qualifications

• Electrical diagnostic familiarity using a multimeter and reading schematics.
• Basic computer navigation and application use (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Ability to use laptop and portable diagnostic tools.
• Experience with Adobe and Microsoft Office applications is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on customer equipment per manufacturer guidelines.
• Work with Allison diagnostic software and follow troubleshooting steps.
• Identify and order parts with the parts department based on diagnosis.
• Perform electrical and mechanical repairs, up to disassembly and rebuild. Experience with major OEMs welcome.
• Complete work orders and time sheets with clear labor operation details.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Electrical diagnostics

Basic computer skills

Laptop/diagnostic tools

Adobe/MS Office familiarity

Education

High School Diploma or GED with 3–5 years related experience

Technical diesel repair degree/certification

Tools

Allison diagnostic software

Job description

Overview

Responsible for diagnosing problems and performing standard mechanical repairs in a shop environment on customer's equipment including transmissions, transmission components, and subassemblies.

This position is a Union position. Employees are required to join IUOE Local 15C after 90 days of employment.

Pay Rates:

Tech I - $39.71 per hour

Tech II - $44.57 per hour

Tech III - $46.91per hour

Employees with a CDL earn an additional $0.50 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on equipment according to manufacturer's established guidelines and schedules.
• Ability to work with Allison diagnostic software and follow troubleshooting guidelines.
• Work with parts department to identify and order parts consistent with diagnosis.
• Ability to perform electrical and mechanical repairs, up to and including complete disassembly and rebuild. Will consider experience from any major OEM.
• Complete all work orders and time sheets in a legible, accurate and timely manner detailing labor operations (Complaint, Cause, Correction).
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Top pay rate offered for the following:

• Allison Transmission or any major heavy duty OEM transmission repair / rebuild experience.
• Cummins ISB, ISM, ISX, Cummins Insite experience

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED along with three to five years related experience. OR
• Technical degree and certification in a diesel repair program.
• Full set of basic hand tools both standard and metric, including torque wrenches and toolbox.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record, CDL a plus.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Electrical diagnostic familiarity - use of a multimeter, understanding schematics, basic circuit knowledge
• Basic computer navigation and utilization skills required.
• Ability to utilize laptop and portable diagnostic tools required.
• Experience with Adobe and Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel) helpful.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
• Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to take care of the customers' needs while following company policies and procedures.

This position is a Union position with International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 15C. Benefits are issued through the Union and include paid holidays and PTO, Pension/Annuity, Medical, Dental, and Vision.