Heavy Duty Diesel/Trailer Technician

North American Trailer Sales LTD•Town of Tilden, WI

About The Position

If you are looking for a great place to continue your career, let's talk!! We are a Minnesota based family-owned business with our main location in Inver Grove Heights MN. North American Trailer is excited to announce that we have expanded our family of companies to Chippewa Falls, WI. We are looking for an experienced technician for our Diesel Truck Shop. We are looking for someone detail oriented, strong mechanical aptitude, and a strong work ethic. This position handles the complete repair and maintenance of heavy-duty trucks and trailers. Awarded Star Tribune’s Top Workplaces 6 years in a row. We like to work hard, play hard, and take pride in everything we do! SCHEDULE: 2nd Shift, Monday- Friday, 3pm-12am (approx. 40-60 hours per week) BENEFITS: Industry leading pay and benefits, paid weekly, overtime opportunities, vacation rollover, $50,000 life insurance policy gifted to all FT employees, 401k with a company match, career advancement programs, awesome company events, HUGE tech referral bonuses, plus a $5,000 sign on bonus and 2nd Shift Pay Differential!

Requirements

Great work ethic
Willingness to jump in and help out where needed
Attention to details
Mechanical aptitude (prior experience as a technician is a plus, but we will train!)
Welding experience a plus for trailer technicians
DOT Certification is a plus
Ability to lift 50-100 lbs. occasionally and 10-50 lbs. frequently
Good written and verbal communication skills
Clean driving record
Reliability and a dedication to be a hard worker
Ability to work independently maintaining a safe, efficient and friendly work environment
Honesty and respect

Responsibilities

Performs routine servicing and repairing of diesel trucks or trailers, depending on the shop.
Diagnose, troubleshoot, disassemble vehicles and examine parts for defects and excessive wear.
Corrects vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics; completes machine shop operations; making adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.
Perform repair and customization work as assigned including routine maintenance, brake replacement/repair, suspension repair, electrical and pneumatic and hydraulic component troubleshooting and repair, trailer body repair including complete trailer rebuild.
Provide after-sale services, such as component installation
Semi-trailer maintenance /repairs
Inspect the overall condition of Truck and Trailer to ensure that they meet U.S. Department of Transportation's safety requirements.
Compile inspection reports detailing their findings
Track all parts and materials used in repairs or replacements.
Ensure the final work product meets quality standards
Maintain a safe and clean work area for customers and co-workers