Diesel Technician

Transwest Trucks•Savage, MN

5d•$20 - $58

About The Position

The Diesel Technician performs repairs on gas and diesel trucks according to OEM standards and follows company safety guidelines. The role requires communicating with management and other company personnel, with additional duties assigned as needed. The company describes clean shops equipped with current tooling and computer diagnostic equipment, and offers company-paid continuing education and training. Relocation support may be available to qualified candidates on a case-by-case basis. The position is full-time, hourly with a transition to flat-rate pay, and reports to the Service Manager.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license and a motor vehicle record in good standing.
Motivated individual able to work independently.
Familiarity with gas and diesel truck repair and maintenance, including engine repair, transmission repair, drivability and electrical diagnostics, suspension, and brake systems.
Complete set of hand tools with a rollaway toolbox.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Attention to detail.
Ability to successfully complete a general abilities assessment and pass a post-offer background check, physical, and drug screen.
Ability to perform activities involving a full range of motion, including handling, lifting, manual dexterity, finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination.
Ability to sit, stand, balance, bend, or stoop for prolonged periods.
Ability to occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 80 pounds.
Corrected vision and hearing within normal range.
Ability to operate simple, complex, and heavy-duty machinery.

Nice To Haves

Experience diagnosing and repairing diesel trucks and medium- and heavy-duty RVs, as applicable.
Diesel Engine Technology certifications and/or education.
Freightliner and/or Western Star experience.

Responsibilities

Perform repairs following OEM standards.
Adhere to company safety guidelines.
Communicate openly with management and other Company personnel.
Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Voluntary wellness solutions.
Life insurance (voluntary and employer-paid) and disability insurance.
401(k) with company match beginning with the employee's first contribution.
HSA and/or FSA, as applicable.
PTO, including paid sick time as applicable by state and federal law, and company-paid holidays.
Employee car discount program.
Company-paid continuing education and training.
Toolbox program for apprentices, trainees, and technicians coming from the military.
Relocation support may be available for qualified candidates on a case-by-case basis.