Diesel Mechanic​/Service Technician – 2nd Shift CDL

Description

The primary function of the Service Technician is to diagnose and complete repairs on heavy and medium duty trucks. The individual will perform a variety of tasks on heavy‑duty trucks, large construction vehicles, buses and tractor trailers, including inspection, diagnosis, maintenance, installation, and repair of components, engines, and systems related to these vehicles.

• Perform recommended routine maintenance procedures.
• Perform diagnostic tests for issues, failures, and performance.
• Determine a course of action for damaged parts and systems.
• Routinely use computerized equipment and specialized tooling.
• Complete assigned repairs and tasks in a timely and safe manner.
• Accurately record time, cause, and correction on Repair Orders.
• Test components that may require driving trucks before and after repairs.
• Participate and complete technical training and professional development.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The following requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability necessary.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Knowledge of basic computer skills and Repair Order Processing Software.

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

• Sufficient manual dexterity to operate office equipment or a PC and mechanical tools such as wrenches, sockets, grips, air tools, and other basic shop tools.
• Ability to climb ladders.
• Ability to bend, twist, squat, and reach to perform tasks on truck components.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 60 lbs – 150 lbs unassisted.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, due to tools and engine noise.

• Resiliency – Quickly recover from adversity, demonstrate the ability to overcome setbacks, and remain optimistic.
• Personal Accountability – Take ownership of situations, be answerable for actions, self‑evaluate, and take responsibility.
• Problem Solving – Define, analyze, and diagnose key components of a problem to formulate a solution, prioritize steps, and understand the problem before jumping to a solution.
• Continuous Learning – Initiate learning of new concepts, technologies, and methods; acquire and master necessary skills and knowledge.
• Time and Priority Management – Prioritize and complete tasks to deliver desired outcomes within allotted time frames, manage difficulties, and reduce time spent on non‑priorities.
• Goal Orientation – Set, pursue, and attain goals regardless of obstacles; act without supervision and expend necessary effort to achieve objectives.
• Creativity and Innovation – Create new approaches, designs, processes, technologies, and systems; notice unique patterns and relationships.

• Organized Workplace – Establish and maintain specific order in daily activities.
• Analysis – Compile, confirm, and organize information.
• Persistence – Finish tasks despite challenges or resistance.
• Consistent – Deliver predictable performance in repetitive situations.
• Following Policy – Adhere to rules, regulations, and existing methods.
• People‑Oriented – Build rapport with a wide range of individuals.
• Customer‑Oriented – Identify and fulfill customer expectations.

This full‑time position includes Health Insurance, a 401(k) Retirement Program, Vacation, Employee Assistance Program, a Clean, Smoke‑ and Drug‑Free Environment, and additional benefits.

Palmer Trucks is a full‑service Kenworth dealership network serving Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, and Illinois with a comprehensive package of products and services. As a family‑owned business with more than a half‑century of growth and success, we have grown to a team of over 600 individuals. With more than 32 million trucks on U.S. highways and interstates at any given time, we keep the industry moving…