Heavy Truck and Trailer Technician

Transdev•Rolla, KS

16d•$26 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Heavy Truck and Trailer Technician Now Hiring for Rolla KS! Transdev in Perryton, TX is seeking an experienced Technician to bolster our team. This role demands expertise in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining various vehicles and equipment which will primarily be class 8 trucks and trailer. As a Truck and Trailer Technician, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring safety, efficiency, and longevity for our vehicles. Transdev is proud to offer: Competitive compensation package of minimum $26.00 – Maximum $32.00 Benefits include: Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks Sick days: 5 days Holidays: 8 days; 6 standard and 2 floating Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred; vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair (preferred)
Class A CDL with air brake endorsement (preferred)
State inspection license (if required)
Extensive mechanical aptitude and 5 years of automotive or diesel repair experience (preferred) or equivalent education and experience
Adhere to standards set by state DOT for motor vehicle inspections and safety standards
Valid driver’s license
Maintain an organized shop and clean work environment
Possess adequate mechanic tool inventory to complete all assigned duties and maintained in a clean and safe manner.
Subject to a DOT drug testing and physical if applicable. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason.
Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).
Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Nice To Haves

ASE Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure vehicles are maintained and safe for our customers by performing limited repairs with moderate supervision on basic and advanced maintenance such as replacement of light bulbs, fuses, lenses, wiper blades, belts, hoses, batteries, check fluid levels, change fluids and filters and lubricate components.
Perform mechanical repairs under moderate supervision including the repair of brakes and brake inspections, engine tune-ups, suspensions, drive trains, transmission clutches and other repairs.
Maintain records of all maintenance work completed on vehicles including parts and supplies used. Ensure that work orders are completed properly and accurately. Maintain parts usage records and order repair parts from designated suppliers
Preventative maintenance (PM’s), safety maintenance inspections and annual maintenance inspections at prescribed intervals of time and usage
Remove and replace and repair engine, transmission and differential assemblies.
Diagnoses and performs accurately all phases of vehicle and equipment repair .
Notify supervisor of potentially dangerous equipment and corrective action taken
Evaluates completed work prior to release and seeks approval where required
Assist with road calls and emergency services as necessary
Adhere to Transdev standards, policies and procedures
Moves vehicles safely between job and work area
Repair and maintain all shop equipment
Cleans vehicles as requested or required
Other responsibility as requested or required
Making sure vehicles are maintained and safe for our customers