Maintenance Shop Technician B

About the role

The Maintenance Technician B works under the supervision of a Lead Technician, Maintenance Supervisor, or Maintenance Manager. They perform repair and maintenance tasks on diesel and non-diesel equipment and trucks, including chassis components, vehicle refuse bodies, and control systems, hydraulic, electrical, and air brake systems, engines, suspension, drivetrain, and steering systems. The role also includes basic tire work.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a working knowledge of, and moderate skill proficiency in, various vehicle components and systems, performing both preventative and repair maintenance.
• Perform chassis component repair and maintenance.
• Handle refuse bodies, including control, hydraulic, and electrical systems; and air and hydraulic braking systems.
• Engage in engine repair and maintenance.
• Assist with suspension, drivetrain, and steering systems.
• Handle heating and air conditioning repairs.
• Perform line maintenance welding and fabrication.
• Provide road service when necessary to ensure equipment is returned to operation in a safe and efficient manner.
• Identify the source of malfunctions using a variety of electronic tools.
• Complete applicable Company training programs.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of work order labor time standards.
• Prior experience with, or knowledge of, maintenance work to be performed on Classes 1-5 light/medium duty and heavy-duty Class 7-8 trucks, aircraft, or ships.
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications (T1-T8) are a plus but not required.
• A Commercial Driver’s License is a plus but not required.
• A valid Driver’s License.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a technician position demonstrating knowledge of both gasoline and diesel powered equipment diagnosis and repair or will be graduating from an accredited automotive college or technical school within the next 3 months.
• Ability to perform basic inspections with limited supervision in some (not all required) of the following heavy truck, or automotive systems: suspensions & steering; general engine, transmissions, brakes, electrical, hydraulics, drive train, diesel emissions.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• Roth and Traditional 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO).