Transmission Shop Technician – Union, Top Pay

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

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