Regional Service Technician

Badger Daylighting Corp • Jackson, MS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Badger Infrastructure Solutions is seeking a Regional Service Technician to perform repairs, maintenance, servicing, and inspections on a fleet of vehicles and equipment. This role involves working on medium and heavy-duty trucks, light-duty vehicles, and various components including engines, air brakes, steering, suspension, transmissions, and hydraulic systems. The technician will also be responsible for general body repair, fabrication, and preventive maintenance. This position requires the ability to troubleshoot and diagnose issues, coordinate inspections (DOT/ANSI/OSHA), and initiate service calls for parts. The role also involves reinforcing safety practices, managing fleet assets, and providing feedback on design improvements. The technician will travel to perform remote repairs and maintain their service truck.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent plus automotive repair training from a technical or vocational school or similar.
• Minimum 5-years’ experience with diesel truck maintenance and repair.
• Demonstrated ability to perform work under minimal supervision.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and eye for detail.
• Fully applies oneself to the requirements of the position.
• Physically capable of lifting 50 pounds, standing/walking for extended periods, climbing, balancing, bending, stooping, kneeling, and working in various weather conditions.
• Will be required to provide own standard tools.

Nice To Haves

• Paccar technician certifications and/or National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) credential preferred.
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred or must have the ability to obtain a CDL.
• Experience driving a manual transmission (10-18 speed) preferred.
• Some knowledge with electronic diagnostics.
• Experience with Peterbilt and Western Star chassis a plus.
• Experience with troubleshooting Hydrovac equipment a plus.
• Knowledge of DOT compliance, laws, rules, regulations, and safety is helpful.
• Computer literate: Fleetio (our fleet services technology,) Microsoft, Outlook, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Repairs, maintains, services, and inspects fleet vehicles, equipment, and components.
• Repairs, maintains, services, and inspects all components pertaining to medium trucks, heavy duty trucks, light duty vehicles (ex: engine chassis, air brakes/ABS, steering, suspension, transmissions, clutches, differentials, hydraulic and electrical systems).
• Operates vehicles, equipment, and tools (ex: power tools, mobile lifts, wheel balancer, test equipment, etc.).
• Performs, coordinates, oversees, and audits DOT/ANSI/OSHA inspections, troubleshooting, and diagnosing.
• Performs general body repair and fabrication to cab and bodies/beds of light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks and trailers.
• Performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs on equipment.
• Initiates service calls and orders parts needed for equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Inspects, troubleshoots, and repairs mobile hydraulic systems, hoses, lines, cylinders, pumps, power take-offs, control valves, relief valves, holding valves, selector valves and various hydraulic components.
• Follows all safety standards put forth by Badger and transportation regulatory authorities.
• Sets priorities for completion for inspections and maintenance.
• Maintains and keeps service truck clean and presentable.
• Travels to make remote repairs.
• Reinforces safety practices and transportation policies.
• Removes fleet assets from service as required to maintain fleet safety and mechanical functionality.
• Collaborates on design modifications and provides feedback to engineering on recurring opportunities for design improvements.
• Collaborates on fleet safety practices, including documentation (policies, instructions, guidelines, etc.).
• Supports asset tracking, utilization, and various system updates.

Benefits

• Generous weekly pay and overtime opportunities
• Low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan with Employer Matching Contributions
• Attractive Vacation Programs
• Inclusive Group Life Insurance
• Supportive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Rewarding Employee Referral Program
• Valuable Employee Training Program(s)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree