Maintenance Shop Technician B

About the role

The Maintenance Technician B works under the supervision of a Lead Technician, Maintenance Supervisor, or Maintenance Manager. This role involves performing repair and maintenance tasks on various types of vehicles and equipment, including chassis components, refuse bodies, and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a working knowledge of and moderate skill proficiency in the following vehicle components and systems: chassis component repair and maintenance, refuse bodies, hydraulic and electrical systems, air and hydraulic braking systems, light engine repair and maintenance, suspension, drivetrain, steering systems, heating and air conditioning, line maintenance welding and fabrication.
• Diagnose multi-system issues and perform preventative and repair maintenance functions, both on-site and on the road.
• Perform line maintenance welding and fabrication.
• Provide road service when necessary to ensure equipment is returned to operation safely and efficiently.
• 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

• Ability to diagnose multi-system issues and demonstrate technical expertise.
• Prior experience with or knowledge of maintenance work 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.
• 3-5 years of experience in a technician position demonstrating knowledge of both gasoline and diesel-powered equipment diagnosis and repair or graduating from an accredited automotive college or technical school within the next 3 months.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• 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.

Skills

Basic understanding of work order labor time standards.

Benefits

Eligible employees can elect to participate in 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, retirement plan with a generous company match, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Paid Time Off (PTO) benefits are also available.