Diesel Service Technician / Mechanic
About The Position
Murphy-Hoffman Company, LLC (MHC), North America’s largest 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 toward Service Journeyman status. The technician performs or assists with general mechanical duties and gains experience with engine overhauls, fuel and electrical systems, transmissions, cooling systems, chassis, brakes, engine tune-ups, and general maintenance. Major components are worked on under close supervision, while troubleshooting is performed on minor problems. The role also includes attending training sessions and meetings, maintaining an orderly work area and properly handling company tools, and advising the Shop Foreman when additional repairs are needed. Safe work practices and procedures must be followed, including using required safety equipment and seeking assistance when necessary. Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor. This is a safety-sensitive position involving work where impaired attention could create a risk of injury, illness, or death. MHC describes itself as a multi-state network of full-service diesel truck dealerships, leasing and rental operations, transport refrigeration locations, and a finance company. It emphasizes employee development and opportunities to grow professionally.
Requirements
- Minimum of 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 with engine overhauls, fuel systems, electrical systems, transmissions, cooling systems, chassis, brakes, engine tune-ups, and general maintenance, with minimal supervision.
- Work on major components under close supervision.
- Troubleshoot minor problems.
- Attend training sessions and meetings.
- Maintain a neat and orderly work 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
