Mobile Trailer Technician

Overview

A Mobile Technician diagnoses and maintains tractor operation by completing inspections and preventive maintenance requirements; correcting vehicle deficiencies; making adjustments and alignments; and keeping records. The Mobile Technician performs most duties off-site. All duties are done with a high priority on safety.

Responsibilities

• Fulfills safety protocols and uses safety equipment when required, responds to suggestions for working safely, and seeks assistance when necessary.
• Maintains proper safety, care, and maintenance of company vehicles assigned to the technician.
• Reports any damage to company or customer equipment or property immediately to supervisor.
• Advises customers of needed service work, as well as suggests additional labor, parts, and body shop sales whenever possible (i.e., Preventive Maintenance Inspections, related service work, etc.).
• Uses computer applications to note all aspects of services and repairs; Provides a full evaluation of unit condition and annotate observations in computer applications.
• Coordinates customer repair orders.
• Controls business expenses within the approved expense budget and is responsible for tooling and parts inventory on the service truck.
• Attends training & departmental meetings and be willing to attend Trade Shows and Conferences if requested by management to stay up to date on company changes, industry trends, and technological advances.
• Exhibits a thorough understanding of the heavy-duty trucking industry and of all offerings of TEC in order to facilitate clear communication throughout the entire customer experience and provide customized business recommendations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum three years’ heavy duty truck and trailer repair experience
• Demonstrated expertise in identifying parts and components of trailer suspensions, braking mechanisms, electrical and wheel end components with proven ability to disassemble, work on, and reassemble diesel truck parts and machinery;
• Ability to identify mechanical and electronic problems, make repairs, and offer a proper maintenance strategy
• Familiarity with electronic control systems and the appropriate tools needed to fix and maintain them
• Intermediate computer skills in order to accurately enter data into computer applications; intermediate keyboarding skills in order to enter descriptions of work done for customers’ documentation
• Must be self-motivated and capable of working with little supervision
• Must have a commitment to customer satisfaction and perform quality repairs
• Ability to explain verbally in English and write clearly in English about work done on vehicles
• Ability to work with a priority on safety at all times; Ability to follow instructions & checklists and adhere to branch’s standard operating procedures
• Strong active listening and problem solving skills
• A/C, Brake and DOT Annual Inspector certifications required. Engine and Component certifications are a plus.

Compensation

The base pay range for this position is $28.85 to $36.07.

Benefits

• TEC provides our employees and their families with a full menu of health, wellness, and retirement benefits.
• New hires are eligible to participate in TEC Equipment’s comprehensive benefits plan the first of the month following your date of hire.
• Choice of two comprehensive medical plan options that include prescription drug coverage
• Choice of two dental plans that cover preventative and diagnostic care, basic and major services, and orthodontia for children
• Vision care, discounted hearing exams, and hearing aids
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution
• Life, accident, and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Education assistance
• Seven paid holidays, vacation accrual of at least 48 hours per year, and paid sick

Statements

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all applicable screenings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.