Transmission Shop Technician

Kirby Corporation•Lodi, NJ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for diagnosing problems and performing standard mechanical repairs in a shop environment on customer's equipment including transmissions, transmission components, and subassemblies. This position is a Union position. Employees are required to join IUOE Local 15C after 90 days of employment. Pay Rates: Tech I - $39.71 per hour Tech II - $44.57 per hour Tech III - $46.91per hour Employees with a CDL earn an additional $0.50 per hour.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED along with three to five years related experience.
OR Technical degree and certification in a diesel repair program.
Full set of basic hand tools both standard and metric, including torque wrenches and toolbox.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record, CDL a plus.
Electrical diagnostic familiarity – use of a multimeter, understanding schematics, basic circuit knowledge
Basic computer navigation and utilization skills required.
Ability to utilize laptop and portable diagnostic tools required.
The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Allison diagnostic software
Experience from any major OEM
Top pay rate offered for the following: Allison Transmission or any major heavy duty OEM transmission repair / rebuild experience.
Cummins ISB, ISM, ISX, Cummins Insite experience
Experience with Adobe and Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel) helpful.
CDL a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform routine maintenance on equipment according to manufacturer’s established guidelines and schedules.
Ability to work with Allison diagnostic software and follow troubleshooting guidelines.
Work with parts department to identify and order parts consistent with diagnosis.
Ability to perform electrical and mechanical repairs, up to and including complete disassembly and rebuild.
Will consider experience from any major OEM.
Complete all work orders and time sheets in a legible, accurate and timely manner detailing labor operations (Complaint, Cause, Correction).
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.