Diesel Technician

About DB Schenker

At USA Truck, you are part of a global logistics network that connects the world. A network that allows you to shape your career by encouraging you to contribute and truly make a difference. With more than 76,000 colleagues worldwide, we welcome diversity and thrive on individual backgrounds, perspectives and skills. Together as one team, we are Here to move.

What You'll Enjoy Doing

• Capable of performing most major repairs with limited guidance or supervision.
• Repair equipment in the most effective manner with a focus on quality and cost control.
• Perform effective diagnostic routines that identifies root cause and determine best repair method.
• Provide mentoring and training to less experienced technicians.
• Conduct all repairs in a manner that emphasizes personal and coworker safety.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
• Ability to deliver exceptional service through positive engagement and patience.
• Ability to work in a team environment to continuously improve results.
• Able to promote a culture of trust and safety.

What You Need To Succeed

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Proficient in computer based maintenance systems
• Vendor sponsored training in major vehicle components
• Minimum five years of experience in Class 8 maintenance and repair
• This position will be required to work in a shop environment in which the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration, heat and cold, and increased levels of noise, and constantly positions oneself to operate, inspect, and move up to 60 pounds
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard on a daily basis
• Detect, recognize and assess printed text and hand written documents.
• Be able to communicate and exchange accurate information.

This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position; other duties outside of normal responsibilities may be performed as necessary to meet the needs of the organization. Nothing in this position description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

Benefits

Our benefits package includes paid time off and paid sick time in the first year, health insurance, a 401(k) plan, disability insurance, and more as described in our benefits guide. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, performance, geography, and internal equity. Benefits may be subject to waiting periods and other terms and conditions.

• We offer a number of plans for a variety of health care services and supplies, including preventative care, inpatient and outpatient services and prescription drugs.
• The option for separate vision coverage for eye exams, frames, and contact lenses.
• The option for separate dental coverage to cover preventative major and basic dental services.
• The company offers a pre-tax 401(k) contribution plan with a company match.
• On a calendar year basis, the Company pays all employees 6 major holidays, including New Year's Days, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day.

DB Schenker provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Key skills/competency

• Class 8 Maintenance
• Vehicle Diagnostics
• Heavy Equipment Repair
• Computer-based Systems
• Mentorship
• Safety Protocols
• Quality Control
• Team Collaboration
• Technical Training
• Customer Service