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Truck/Trailer Technician - Full-time / Part-time
•30 days ago
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
|---|---|
| Location | Front Royal, Virginia |
About this job
Overview:
Performs minor trailer and truck repairs including component replacement requiring minimal diagnostic skills. Makes good value decisions following established guidelines. Provides general non diagnosis-type assistance to Senior Mechanics and Supervisors. Completes routine repair work in the areas of PM Inspections, minor electrical, hydraulic, and minor crash repairs including completing the appropriate paperwork.
Responsibilities:
Performs duties in the trailer, tractor and express areas of the shop when completing Preventive Maintenance (PMs), annual inspections and minor repairs on door seals, hardware, minor electrical, brakes, mud flaps, routine Qualcomm repairs, blower motors, and minor body work. Reads paper or electronic instructions to understand, document and close work orders to be completed. Works outdoors at the Inspection Island or similar areas to perform safety, or other related inspections and write-ups. Performs express-related services including tire changing, minor brake, electrical, and safety related inspections and work. Utilizes computer system (TMT /TMW and internet) to accurately create, track and complete work order repairs including the tracking of time (labor hours), parts used, work completed and locate technical information as required. Estimates required repairs or directs the estimation to a qualified Mechanic who can further diagnose and estimate the required repair, cost and repair timeline. Communicates with internal customers (i.e. other shop associates, Drivers, Driver Managers, other maintenance shops) on such things as stances, wait times, reasons for repair decisions and status updates. Assists Senior Mechanic(s) on tractor and trailer repairs that DO NOT require diagnosis. Inspects components including: loose tie rod ends, king pins, wheel bearing, hood adjustment, and air ride height etc.
Qualifications:
Strong mechanical aptitude. (i.e.: Must be able to certify as a brake inspector.) Skill with windows based computer systems, preferred. Technical reading aptitude (i.e. electronic service bulletins; auto repair manuals). Valid driver's license. Excellent customer service, oral and written communication, and teambuilding skills. Basic welding skills. Ability to provide own basic hand tools. (The Service Manager or Supervisor will cover required tools.) Must become a certified Brake Inspector and Annual Vehicle Inspector (only after associate meets DOT requirements) within 6 months of being hired as a General Mechanic. Must be able to communicate in English, both verbally and written, and have the ability to read and understand English
REQUIREMENTS OF ESSENTIAL FUNTIONS:
NEVER
RARELY
OCCASIONALLY
FREQUENTLY
CONSTANTLY
( 0%)
( 1-5%)
(5-33%)
(34-66%)
(67-100%)
FREQUENCY
LEVELS
DISTANCE
Lifting/Carrying :
Under 10 lbs
Frequently
Varying Levels-Overhead to Floor
Up to 30 ft.
10-20 lbs
Frequently
Varying Levels-Overhead to Floor
Up to 30 ft.
21-65 lbs
Occasionally
Varying Levels-Overhead to Floor
Up to 30 ft.
66-100 lbs
Occasionally
Only w/ assistance of person or device
Up to 3-5 ft.
over 100 lbs
Occasionally
Only w/ assistance of person or device
Up to 3-5 ft.
Reaching :
Constantly
Floor to waist varying levels
Arm's length to overhead
Sitting :
Occasionally
N/A
N/A
Standing :
Constantly
N/A
N/A
Walking :
Distance of 1/8-1/4 Mile
Frequently
N/A
N/A
Driving :
Occasionally
N/A
N/A
Bending :
Frequently
N/A
N/A
Kneeling :
Frequently
N/A
N/A
Crouching :
Squatting :
Frequently
N/A
N/A
Twisting : (Torso)
Frequently
N/A
N/A
Climbing :
On what: To enter/exit tractor frames. On ladder.
Frequently
N/A
4-30 ft.
Pushing/Pulling :
Under 10 lbs
10-20 lbs
21-50 lbs
51-75 lbs
76-100 lbs
Constantly
Frequently
Frequently
Frequently
Frequently
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Extremity Movements :
Frequency
R =Right / L =Left / B = Both
Yes or No
Dominant Hand:
Both hands:
Both feet:
Frequently
Constantly
Occasionally
R or L
B
B
Yes
Yes
Yes
General Sight Requirements:
Acuity of 20/40 (Snellen) or better in at least one eye with or without corrective lenses.
External visual inspection skills. Must be able to determine if components meet DOT and C.R. England repair stances.
Binocular:
Acuity of 20/40 (Snellen) or better in at least one eye with or without corrective lenses.
Field of Vision:
At least 70 degrees in the horizontal meridian in each eye.
Color Discrimination:
Ability to recognize standard red, green, and amber.
HEARING:
Tested with an audiometric device, average hearing loss in the better ear not greater than 40 dBa at levels up to 8000 Hz with or without a hearing aid.
SPEECH AND LANGUAGE:
Visual comprehension (understanding/processing written word and visual observations) Perform written communication on shop documents. * Communication with co-workers, leaders and the public face-to-face, electronically and telephonically.
ENVIRONMENT:
Work Hours:
44 hours per week with exceptions through the Regional Maintenance Director
Inside:
67 - 80 %
Outside:
20 - 33 %
Extreme Cold:
Seasonal
Extreme Heat:
Seasonal
Noise:
Engines, Tooling.
Hazards:
Slippery floors, Tooling, Diesel fumes, Cleaning solvents (Chemicals), Repetitive motion.
Tools used:
Hand tools, power tools, computer keyboard, manual and electronic readers/meters/gauges.
Safety equipment
Required:
Safety glasses (Polycarbonate), Steel-toed boots, Gloves, Air purification respirators, Ear protection, and Welding helmet.
FOR ANY QUESTIONS/COMMENTS PLEASE CONTACT THE SHOP MANAGER, HRBP, OR RECRUITER(S) FOR MAINTENANCE.
General Mechanic
Definition Performs minor repairs and component replacements that require minimal diagnostic skills and low-mid level technical skills. These tasks are repetitive repairs.
Technical Knowledge
Strong mechanical aptitude Ability to locate, read and understand technical information on the computer work station or vendor web sites. External visual inspection skills. Must be able to determine if components meet DOT and C.R. England repair stances.
Complexity of Duties
Physical inspection of components. (Brake components, suspension, coupler plate, wheels / tires, doors etc.) (Loose tie rod ends, king pins, wheel bearing, hood adjustment, air ride height etc.) Tool mastery -- Cutting torch, hand tools, Qualcomm Cart, MPSI reader, volt meter, torque wrench.
Typical Work
The minimum role requirements include ESA repairs. (Tires, minor light / wiring repair, mud flaps, sealing small holes in roof / side panel etc.) The fully qualified General Mechanic will perform tractor and trailer AVIs and brake jobs once the associate meets DOT requirements. Other repairs include prop leg replacement, tractor PM's Retrofits / recalls, door seal repair, roof patches, panel repairs, Qualcomm repairs, & blower motor replacement. Performs component replacement after diagnosis or inspection has been made by a Senior Mechanic or Master Mechanic.
Required Training
Must complete all Safety Compliance training including tire training. Freightliner Modules -- Give Me a Brake / Foundation Parts, The Pressures On Air Brakes & Using A DMM Annual Vehicle Inspector (Per DOT requirements). Brake Inspector (Per DOT requirements).
Options:
Performs minor trailer and truck repairs including component replacement requiring minimal diagnostic skills. Makes good value decisions following established guidelines. Provides general non diagnosis-type assistance to Senior Mechanics and Supervisors. Completes routine repair work in the areas of PM Inspections, minor electrical, hydraulic, and minor crash repairs including completing the appropriate paperwork.
Responsibilities:
Performs duties in the trailer, tractor and express areas of the shop when completing Preventive Maintenance (PMs), annual inspections and minor repairs on door seals, hardware, minor electrical, brakes, mud flaps, routine Qualcomm repairs, blower motors, and minor body work. Reads paper or electronic instructions to understand, document and close work orders to be completed. Works outdoors at the Inspection Island or similar areas to perform safety, or other related inspections and write-ups. Performs express-related services including tire changing, minor brake, electrical, and safety related inspections and work. Utilizes computer system (TMT /TMW and internet) to accurately create, track and complete work order repairs including the tracking of time (labor hours), parts used, work completed and locate technical information as required. Estimates required repairs or directs the estimation to a qualified Mechanic who can further diagnose and estimate the required repair, cost and repair timeline. Communicates with internal customers (i.e. other shop associates, Drivers, Driver Managers, other maintenance shops) on such things as stances, wait times, reasons for repair decisions and status updates. Assists Senior Mechanic(s) on tractor and trailer repairs that DO NOT require diagnosis. Inspects components including: loose tie rod ends, king pins, wheel bearing, hood adjustment, and air ride height etc.
Qualifications:
Strong mechanical aptitude. (i.e.: Must be able to certify as a brake inspector.) Skill with windows based computer systems, preferred. Technical reading aptitude (i.e. electronic service bulletins; auto repair manuals). Valid driver's license. Excellent customer service, oral and written communication, and teambuilding skills. Basic welding skills. Ability to provide own basic hand tools. (The Service Manager or Supervisor will cover required tools.) Must become a certified Brake Inspector and Annual Vehicle Inspector (only after associate meets DOT requirements) within 6 months of being hired as a General Mechanic. Must be able to communicate in English, both verbally and written, and have the ability to read and understand English
REQUIREMENTS OF ESSENTIAL FUNTIONS:
NEVER
RARELY
OCCASIONALLY
FREQUENTLY
CONSTANTLY
( 0%)
( 1-5%)
(5-33%)
(34-66%)
(67-100%)
FREQUENCY
LEVELS
DISTANCE
Lifting/Carrying :
Under 10 lbs
Frequently
Varying Levels-Overhead to Floor
Up to 30 ft.
10-20 lbs
Frequently
Varying Levels-Overhead to Floor
Up to 30 ft.
21-65 lbs
Occasionally
Varying Levels-Overhead to Floor
Up to 30 ft.
66-100 lbs
Occasionally
Only w/ assistance of person or device
Up to 3-5 ft.
over 100 lbs
Occasionally
Only w/ assistance of person or device
Up to 3-5 ft.
Reaching :
Constantly
Floor to waist varying levels
Arm's length to overhead
Sitting :
Occasionally
N/A
N/A
Standing :
Constantly
N/A
N/A
Walking :
Distance of 1/8-1/4 Mile
Frequently
N/A
N/A
Driving :
Occasionally
N/A
N/A
Bending :
Frequently
N/A
N/A
Kneeling :
Frequently
N/A
N/A
Crouching :
Squatting :
Frequently
N/A
N/A
Twisting : (Torso)
Frequently
N/A
N/A
Climbing :
On what: To enter/exit tractor frames. On ladder.
Frequently
N/A
4-30 ft.
Pushing/Pulling :
Under 10 lbs
10-20 lbs
21-50 lbs
51-75 lbs
76-100 lbs
Constantly
Frequently
Frequently
Frequently
Frequently
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Extremity Movements :
Frequency
R =Right / L =Left / B = Both
Yes or No
Dominant Hand:
Both hands:
Both feet:
Frequently
Constantly
Occasionally
R or L
B
B
Yes
Yes
Yes
General Sight Requirements:
Acuity of 20/40 (Snellen) or better in at least one eye with or without corrective lenses.
External visual inspection skills. Must be able to determine if components meet DOT and C.R. England repair stances.
Binocular:
Acuity of 20/40 (Snellen) or better in at least one eye with or without corrective lenses.
Field of Vision:
At least 70 degrees in the horizontal meridian in each eye.
Color Discrimination:
Ability to recognize standard red, green, and amber.
HEARING:
Tested with an audiometric device, average hearing loss in the better ear not greater than 40 dBa at levels up to 8000 Hz with or without a hearing aid.
SPEECH AND LANGUAGE:
Visual comprehension (understanding/processing written word and visual observations) Perform written communication on shop documents. * Communication with co-workers, leaders and the public face-to-face, electronically and telephonically.
ENVIRONMENT:
Work Hours:
44 hours per week with exceptions through the Regional Maintenance Director
Inside:
67 - 80 %
Outside:
20 - 33 %
Extreme Cold:
Seasonal
Extreme Heat:
Seasonal
Noise:
Engines, Tooling.
Hazards:
Slippery floors, Tooling, Diesel fumes, Cleaning solvents (Chemicals), Repetitive motion.
Tools used:
Hand tools, power tools, computer keyboard, manual and electronic readers/meters/gauges.
Safety equipment
Required:
Safety glasses (Polycarbonate), Steel-toed boots, Gloves, Air purification respirators, Ear protection, and Welding helmet.
FOR ANY QUESTIONS/COMMENTS PLEASE CONTACT THE SHOP MANAGER, HRBP, OR RECRUITER(S) FOR MAINTENANCE.
General Mechanic
Definition Performs minor repairs and component replacements that require minimal diagnostic skills and low-mid level technical skills. These tasks are repetitive repairs.
Technical Knowledge
Strong mechanical aptitude Ability to locate, read and understand technical information on the computer work station or vendor web sites. External visual inspection skills. Must be able to determine if components meet DOT and C.R. England repair stances.
Complexity of Duties
Physical inspection of components. (Brake components, suspension, coupler plate, wheels / tires, doors etc.) (Loose tie rod ends, king pins, wheel bearing, hood adjustment, air ride height etc.) Tool mastery -- Cutting torch, hand tools, Qualcomm Cart, MPSI reader, volt meter, torque wrench.
Typical Work
The minimum role requirements include ESA repairs. (Tires, minor light / wiring repair, mud flaps, sealing small holes in roof / side panel etc.) The fully qualified General Mechanic will perform tractor and trailer AVIs and brake jobs once the associate meets DOT requirements. Other repairs include prop leg replacement, tractor PM's Retrofits / recalls, door seal repair, roof patches, panel repairs, Qualcomm repairs, & blower motor replacement. Performs component replacement after diagnosis or inspection has been made by a Senior Mechanic or Master Mechanic.
Required Training
Must complete all Safety Compliance training including tire training. Freightliner Modules -- Give Me a Brake / Foundation Parts, The Pressures On Air Brakes & Using A DMM Annual Vehicle Inspector (Per DOT requirements). Brake Inspector (Per DOT requirements).
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