Diesel Technician VI

RIHM FAMILY COMPANIES•Mankato, MN

5d•$38 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

To perform both engine and chassis repairs on primarily Kenworth trucks, but also Peterbilt, International, Freightliner, vocational vehicles, and other makes. The scope of the job includes diagnosis, troubleshooting, and writing detailed stories for documentation purposes in addition to the physical work done on the truck.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
1+ years Fleet or Dealership experience
Possess own tools
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Customer service skills to ensure friendly and professional interactions with customers
Honest, dependable, organized & resourceful
Must be self-motivated and professional
Dedication to teamwork and collaboration
Must have the desire to provide strong customer service
Independent thinking

Nice To Haves

ASE certification
CDL certification

Responsibilities

Provides technical services to vehicles and equipment.
Reads job order and observes and listens to vehicles in operation to resolve malfunctions and plan work procedures.
Follows checklists to ensure all critical parts are examined.
Coordinates with warranty administrators to ensure maximum profit recapture, including answering questions after repair and tagging warranty parts for return.
Adheres to manufacturer’s policies and procedures as they relate to labor operations, time, and repair order documentation.
Maintains designated workspace in an organized and clean manner.
Completes all work according to the applicable safety requirements and published procedures.
Properly completes all work assigned by service manager/advisor and test drives vehicles to verify that issues are fixed.
Participates in technical training assigned by management.
Ensures customer vehicles are returned at the same level of cleanliness prior to being serviced.
Makes every effort to achieve production objectives set by management.
Examines protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices on trucks and adjusts as needed.
Develops and maintains friendly and courteous relationships with customers, visitors, and coworkers.

Benefits

VERY COMPETETIVE PAY!
Generous Personal Time Off Plan (PTO) + Holidays
Relocation may be available
Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contribution
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
401(k) Savings Plan + Employer Match
Employer Paid Basic Term Life and AD&D Coverage
Employer Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
Short Term Disability Available with Employer Contribution
Supplemental Insurance Available (Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity)
Company Paid Training
Employee Assistance Program
Company Discounts (ex. Verizon Employee Discount)
Red Wing Shoe Safety Footwear Program
Annual Tool Reimbursement Program