Transmission Shop Technician

Atlantic Detroit Diesel Allison; Lodi (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Detroit Diesel Allison in New Jersey is seeking an experienced technician to diagnose problems and perform standard mechanical repairs on transmissions, transmission components, and subassemblies in a shop setting.

This union position requires joining IUOE Local 15C after 90 days; pay scales range from Tech I to Tech III, with CDL earnings extra; qualified applicants have a HS diploma or GED and a diesel repair certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 3–5 years of diesel repair experience.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on equipment according to manufacturer’s 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.
• Complete all work orders and time sheets detailing labor operations (Complaint, Cause, Correction).
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Electrical diagnostic familiarity

Basic computer navigation

Portable diagnostic tools

Adobe/MS Office experience

Education

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

Technical degree and certification in a diesel repair program

Tools

Basic hand tools including torque wrenches

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.