Tractor Technician

Western Express•Richmond, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Western Express is hiring a Tractor Technician to maintain its fleet and help ensure drivers have safe, reliable, and efficient trucks and equipment. The role performs routine preventive maintenance and repairs in compliance with Department of Transportation regulations, including diagnosing and repairing major vehicle systems. Technicians use OEM diagnostic platforms and participate in technical training. This is an in-person position, and attendance at the worksite is an essential function. Western offers competitive compensation, benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, technical training, and career advancement opportunities. First- and second-shift positions are available. Technicians provide their own hand tools; the company supplies major shop tools and equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver's license; a Commercial Driver's License is a plus.
Strong communication and listening skills.
Basic computer skills and ability to navigate diagnostic software and related systems.
Reliable attendance and ability to consistently report for assigned shifts.
Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Ability to understand and follow instructions, procedures, guidelines, and relevant information to complete daily tasks and assignments.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move for extended periods.
Ability to regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

Responsibilities

Demonstrate commitment to providing drivers with safe, reliable, and efficient trucks and equipment.
Maintain fleet vehicles and equipment in compliance with Department of Transportation regulations.
Perform routine preventive maintenance to keep fleet vehicles and equipment in optimal operating condition.
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair engines, transmissions, DEF systems, air conditioning systems, and driver safety and collision mitigation technologies.
Use OEM diagnostic platforms to identify issues and perform repairs.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment and follow applicable safety procedures.

Benefits

Employee referral bonus program.
Competitive pay based on experience and technical assessment results.
Holiday pay for eligible employees.
Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
401(k) retirement plan.
More than 100 hours of web-based technical training, with hands-on instruction across multiple OEM equipment platforms.
Paid time off accruing upon employment.
$50 work boot credit.
Company-provided major shop tools and equipment.