Truck Technician / Mechanic

Foley Power Solutions; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Foley Power Solutions seeks an experienced diesel mechanic to perform repair and preventive maintenance on Class 8 trucks in a shop environment.

The role requires reading specifications and service literature, and candidates must be eligible for Class A or B CDL (or able to obtain one). Strong mechanical knowledge of electrical and hydraulics is essential, with emphasis on safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Must have hands-on repair and maintenance experience for heavy trucks.
• CDL eligibility or ability to obtain Class A or B CDL.
• Ability to read specifications, service literature and technical bulletins.

Responsibilities

• Perform all levels of repair and preventative maintenance on on-highway trucks.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot problems; recommend repairs and conduct critical repairs and adjustments.
• Work in a shop environment with emphasis on safety and efficiency.

Skills

Diesel mechanics experience

Class 8 trucks knowledge

Reading manuals

Safety awareness

Job description

Job Overview

Perform all levels of repair and preventative maintenance for on‑highway trucks. Diagnose and troubleshoot problems, give recommendations for repairs and make all critical repairs and adjustments. This role involves hands‑on mechanical work in a shop environment.

The employee must be able to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation. These functions may include:

• Safely and repeatedly lifting components weighing up to 115 pounds without assistance
• Safely lifting, carrying, and lowering components weighing up to 65 pounds without assistance
• Frequent pushing, pulling, and carrying of heavy materials
• Climbing on and off equipment and working at varying heights
• Standing, bending, and working in physically demanding positions for extended periods
• Safely operating tools and equipment
• Basic mechanical knowledge including electrical and hydraulics
• General knowledge of basic hand tools, air tools, precision measuring tools and instruments
• Knowledge of use of various on‑highway trucks
• Must be able to read and comprehend specifications, service and parts literature, technical bulletins and other related publications

Must be a valid Class A CDL or B CDL or have the ability to obtain one. Experience working within the diesel mechanics industry (specifically with Class 8 trucks).