Heavy Duty Diesel Technician- Kingsport, TN
About The Position
Velocity Vehicle Group is hiring a Heavy Duty Diesel Technician in Kingsport, Tennessee. Technicians diagnose truck problems, perform repairs, create repair plans, and submit parts requisitions. They tag replaced warranty parts and turn in parts with core value. Technicians communicate daily updates to their Foreman and keep their toolboxes organized and workstations clean and safe. The role may involve work at C-, B-, or A-level technician capabilities. C-level work includes basic diagnostics, most chassis repairs, engine accessory repairs, and complete engine removal and installation. B-level work includes advanced diagnostics, complete engine repairs, complex chassis repairs, repairs to vehicle components, and HVAC. A-level work includes repairs and diagnostics across vehicle components, root-cause failure analysis, vibration analysis, and aftertreatment repairs and diagnostics. The position pays $27.50–$44.50 per hour, depending on experience level and certifications, plus a technician production bonus. A $3,500 sign-on bonus is available to candidates with Expert Level Certification in Freightliner, Detroit, or Cummins. This is a full-time position. Velocity Vehicle Group offers training and career advancement opportunities and describes its workplace as welcoming and supportive.
Requirements
- Mechanical aptitude.
- Positive attitude, dedication to excellence, motivation, teamwork, and desire to succeed.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
- Must pass a post-offer drug screening, physical examination including a lift test, and background check.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
- Freightliner, Detroit, or Cummins Expert Level Certification qualifies candidates for the stated $3,500 sign-on bonus.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose truck problems and perform truck repairs.
- Create repair plans and submit parts requisitions for needed parts.
- Tag all replaced warranty parts and turn in parts with core value.
- Communicate daily updates to the Foreman.
- Keep toolboxes organized and workstations clean and safe.
- Depending on technician level, perform chassis, engine, HVAC, vehicle-component, and aftertreatment repairs and diagnostics.
- Perform root-cause failure analysis and vibration analysis at the A-level.
Benefits
- 401(k) with matching.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- HSA and FSA options.
- Employer-paid life insurance.
- Vacation and sick leave.
- Employee discounts.
- Company events.
- Training programs.
- Training and career advancement opportunities.
- Technician production bonus.
- $3,500 sign-on bonus for candidates with Expert Level Certification in Freightliner, Detroit, or Cummins.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
