Maintenance Shop Technician B
About The Position
With direct supervision from a Lead Technician, Maintenance Supervisor, or Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Technician B performs repair and maintenance work on diesel and non-diesel equipment and trucks. Work includes chassis components, refuse bodies and control systems, hydraulic and electrical systems, air brakes, general engine work, HVAC components, suspension, drivetrain, and steering systems. The technician may also perform basic tire work, including replacement, tire rotation, and tread-depth checks. The role supports a single fleet of technically advanced vehicles and may involve on-site and road maintenance. The position offers training in new technologies and equipment, a regular shift in a stable industry, competitive wages and benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
Requirements
- Ability to diagnose multi-system issues and consistently demonstrate technical expertise.
- Basic understanding of work-order labor-time standards.
- Prior experience with, or knowledge of, maintenance work on Classes 1–5 light/medium-duty and heavy-duty Class 7–8 trucks, aircraft, or ships.
- Three to five years of experience in a technician position demonstrating knowledge of diagnosis and repair of gasoline- and diesel-powered equipment, or graduation from an accredited automotive college or technical school within the next three months.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to perform basic inspections with limited supervision in some (not all required) heavy-truck or automotive systems, including suspensions and steering; general engine; transmissions; brakes; electrical; hydraulics; drivetrain; and diesel emissions.
Nice To Haves
- Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications (T1–T8); not required.
- Commercial Driver’s License; not required.
Responsibilities
- Maintain working knowledge and moderate skill proficiency in vehicle components and systems, and perform preventive and repair maintenance on-site and on the road.
- Repair and maintain chassis components.
- Repair and maintain refuse bodies, including control, hydraulic, and electrical systems, as well as air and hydraulic braking systems.
- Perform light engine repair and maintenance.
- Repair and maintain suspension, drivetrain, and steering systems.
- Repair and maintain heating and air-conditioning systems.
- Perform line maintenance welding and fabrication.
- Provide road service safely when necessary to return company equipment to operation safely and efficiently.
- Identify sources of malfunctions using a variety of electronic tools.
- Complete applicable company training programs.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.
Benefits
- Eligible employees can elect comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans, and vision coverage.
- Health-care and dependent-care spending accounts.
- Short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
- Employee discount programs.
- 401(k) plan with a company match.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
- Paid Time Off (PTO).
- Competitive wages and benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
