MAINTENANCE TECH B $7,500 SIGN ON BONUS COMMERCE CITY, CO!
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 may involve 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 tire replacement, rotation, and tread-depth checks. The position supports a single fleet of technically advanced vehicles, helping keep equipment safe and operational for drivers and the community. The role includes on-site and road maintenance, line maintenance welding and fabrication, identifying malfunctions using electronic tools, and completing applicable company training programs. Work is performed under direct supervision, with the ability to perform certain basic inspections with limited supervision. The listed pay range is $25.90 to $35.65; the actual range depends on the locality in which the employee is hired. The posting advertises a $7,500 sign-on bonus. Eligible employees may elect to participate in the benefits programs listed in the posting.
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 heavy-truck or automotive systems, including suspension 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 preventative and repair maintenance on-site and on the road.
- Repair and maintain chassis components.
- Repair and maintain refuse bodies and their control, hydraulic, and electrical systems, as well as air and hydraulic braking systems.
- Perform light engine repair and maintenance.
- Maintain and repair suspension, drivetrain, and steering systems.
- Maintain and repair 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 the source of malfunctions using a variety of electronic tools.
- Complete applicable company training programs.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.
- Perform basic inspections with limited supervision in applicable heavy-truck or automotive systems.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical benefits coverage
- Dental plans
- Vision coverage
- Health care and dependent care spending accounts
- Short- and long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee discount programs
- 401(k) plan with a generous company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- $7,500 sign-on bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
