2nd Shift Diesel Technician

2nd Shift Diesel Technician – Anderson Trucking Service

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Anderson Trucking Service (ATS) is a family‑owned company that has earned its place as a respected industry leader, with sustained growth across the nation. ATS is committed to helping people succeed by delivering worldwide Transportation Solutions. It's an exciting time to make an impact. Pairing your passion and drive with our commitment to your success, sky’s the limit! Find your place in the ATS family today.

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• $2,000 sign‑on bonus
• Competitive hourly rate plus incentive
• Uniforms provided
• Annual boot allowance
• Annual tool allowance
• Annual prescription safety eye‑wear allowance
• PTO
• 401(k) with a company match
• Health, dental, vision benefits

The Diesel Technician position is responsible for the inspection, service, repair and preventative maintenance of the various types of ATS tractors by using ATS and industry‑standard methods and criteria to make sure the tractor is safe to be on the road.

• Two‑year AAS Degree in a medium/heavy truck diesel program and/or at least one year of equivalent experience in a related field (e.g., automotive, medium/heavy equipment, trailer repair, etc.)
• Must be DOT certified or able to obtain certification within 90 days.
• Must have brake certification or able to obtain within 90 days.
• Must have OSHA tire training or able to obtain within a year.
• Must have forklift certification or able to obtain within 90 days.
• Must be able to operate all related shop equipment.
• Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) required.
• Effective communication skills (written, listening and verbal).
• Good decision‑making, problem‑solving, attention to detail and customer‑service skills (internal/external).
• Basic electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read installation manuals and understand manufacturer training.

• At least five years of equivalent experience in a related field.
• ASE Certifications T4 & T8 required within 1 year of hire.
• Must be DOT Certified.
• Must be able to MIG weld.
• Intermediate electrical diagnostic skills.
• Familiar with all diagnostic software programs.

• Minimum of seven years of equivalent experience in a related field.
• ASE Certifications Master T2‑T8 required within 1 year of hire.
• Advanced electrical diagnostic skills.
• Proficient with all diagnostic software programs.
• Experience with warranty submission.

• Perform inspections on company tractors using ATS, DOT, and OSHA guidelines to ensure that the tractors are operating safely.
• Complete DOT inspections on outgoing trucks to verify that all necessary repairs have been made.
• Make repairs following ATS procedures within standard job times to get the drivers back on the road as soon as possible.
• Perform all necessary/scheduled preventative maintenance services (e.g., oil and grease, air filters, cooling system nitrate, water filters, etc.).
• Diagnose and repair electronic control engines.
• Ensure safety procedures are implemented and followed and wear all required PPE at all times.
• Record all parts and repair work into the computer system to track cost of repairs.
• Meet productivity standards.
• Participate in online OEM training such as After Market Resource (ARC) from Freightliner and hands‑on training provided by OEMs and Factory.
• Must furnish basic tools; ATS will provide specialty tools to perform functions of the job.
• Meet all ATS and department objectives and deadlines.
• Follow all ATS and department policies and procedures.
• Work within the budget set for the department.
• Charge out all parts used on trucks and trailers.
• In support of ATS’s culture, all employees are expected to consistently, effectively and reliably perform in accordance with the Company’s values as set forth in our core competencies and behaviors (All Employee Competencies).
• Required to work occasional overtime, Saturdays and other shift vacancies as needed.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

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