Service Technician
About the role
Betts Truck Parts & Service is seeking a skilled Suspension, Brake & Alignment Technician for our Portland branch. Our Service Technicians repair and overhaul brake, suspension, and steering-related systems on a variety of automobiles, buses, trucks, trailers, and other vehicles. Betts is a family-owned company with over 150 years in business, specializing in parts and service work for suspensions, brakes, wheel ends, and more.
Our truck repair services include laser alignments, steering and drivetrain repairs, Bendix retrofit anti-collision safety system installation, DOT and BIT inspections, leaf spring repair and replacement, truck suspension repair, truck axle and trailer axle repair, brake repair service, hydraulic hoses, and custom u-bolts.
Responsibilities
- Positively represent Betts to all customers, vendors, associates, and other contacts in a respectful and professional manner
- Examine vehicle and discuss with Service Manager the nature and extent of damage or malfunction
- Complete paperwork documenting parts needed and description of work to be performed
- Replace components such as springs, walking beams, u-bolts, hangers, torque arms, equalizers, kingpins, drag links, air systems, shocks, brakes, and other suspension and steering-related parts
Requirements
- Unrestricted ability to walk, stand, bend, stoop, squat, lift (up to 75 lbs.), push, pull, climb, and lie on back in a horizontal position for prolonged periods of time
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen
- Must be able to pass a non-DOT physical
Desirable Knowledge
- Basic knowledge of functions of air brake systems
- Ability to properly use a cutting torch and weld
- Understanding of brake hydraulic systems including testing
- Understanding of steering and suspension components
- Ability to measure components and verify if they are in or out of specifications
Benefits
- Vacation time, sick time, and 8 paid holidays
- Annual performance-based salary increases
- Bonus incentive programs
- Opportunities for career growth
- Referral bonuses for bringing in new talent
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
- Company-sponsored life insurance coverage
- Tools and toolboxes along with provided uniforms
- Yearly boot allowance
- 401(k) retirement plan