Diesel Service Technician / Mechanic

MHC Kenworth • Gainesville, GA

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About The Position

Murphy-Hoffman Company, LLC (MHC), a North American Kenworth truck dealership and leasing group, is hiring a Diesel Service Technician / Mechanic. Under general supervision, this role performs heavy-duty mechanical repairs and receives on-the-job training through a development program aimed at achieving Service Journeyman status. The position is designated safety-sensitive because it involves work on heavy equipment, machinery, or motor vehicles where lapses in attention could pose health or safety risks.

The technician performs or assists with general mechanical duties; gains experience on engines, fuel and electrical systems, transmissions, cooling systems, chassis, brakes, engine tune-ups, and general maintenance; and works on major components with close supervision. The role also includes troubleshooting minor problems, attending training and meetings, maintaining an orderly work area and properly handling company tools, advising the Shop Foreman when additional repairs are needed, and following safe work practices. Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Minimum three years of hands-on experience or graduation from vocational courses.
• A/C, Brake, and DOT Annual Inspector Certifications are required.
• Necessary tools to perform the position responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

• CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and/or assist with general mechanical duties.
• Gain experience working on engine overhauls, fuel systems, electrical systems, transmissions, cooling systems, chassis, brakes, engine tune-ups, and general maintenance, with minimal supervision.
• Work on major components with close supervision.
• Troubleshoot minor problems.
• Attend training sessions and meetings.
• Maintain a neat and orderly working area and properly handle company tools.
• Advise the Shop Foreman if additional repair work is necessary.
• Follow safe work practices and procedures, use safety equipment when required, respond to safety suggestions, and seek assistance when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Medical, dental, and prescription insurance.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Paid Time Off program.
• 401(k) and profit sharing with employer match.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Internal promotion opportunities.
• On-the-job training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed