Yard Switcher Technician

Company: Wabash National Trailer Centers
Location: Spartanburg
Posted on: June 9, 2021

Job Description:

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimum of 2+ years of experience in diagnosing and repairing light, medium and heavy-duty trucks.
• Diagnostics and repair of air and hydraulic brake systems, steering and suspension systems, electrical systems, heating and air conditioning systems, engine mechanical repairs. Cummins Insite knowledge necessary.
• Experience perform PM related services.
• Accurately document work performed on repair orders.
• Semi trailer repair experience is a plus.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• Must have a valid driver's license: CDL Preferred
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment and random drug screening required by DOT.
• Must have hand tools required to perform this position

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Requires minimum of eight hours standing, bending, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling with a full range of body mechanics/movements.
• Regularly required to lift and carry up to 35 (thirty-five) pounds. Frequently required to lift and carry up to fifty-five (55) pounds. Occasionally required to lift and carry up to seventy-five (75) pounds.
• Must be able to work in an environment requiring use of ladder, stairs, heights, platforms and climbing in and out of trucks or working under trucks in tight spaces.
• Must have ability to operate a variety of power and hand tools safely, work with compressed air safely, operate fork trucks safely and utilize personal protective equipment (PPE).

WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment includes exposure to high decibels of noise, temperature, weather variations, metal welding processes and chemicals, which may include solvents, undercoating, paint, and caulking. Fast paced environment with moving equipment and motorized vehicles.

• The above job description is a broadly based description and is not intended to contain the specifics of a particular job. This description is not a contract for employment. It does not include all aspects of the position such as potential duties assigned by the supervisors with the requirement for flexibility in helping others for the locations overall benefit.

Position requires Technician with desire and aptitude to increase their skill set and maintain a high- quality level on diagnostic and repair functions. Candidate will repair and maintain all components in light, medium and heavy-duty trucks.

BENEFITS

• Company paid uniforms
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Excellent Health Benefits, including dental and vision
• 401K with match
• Interest free tool loan

WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment includes exposure to high decibels of noise, temperature, weather variations, metal welding processes and chemicals, which may include solvents, undercoating, paint, and caulking. Fast paced environment with moving equipment and motorized vehicles.

• The above job description is a broadly based description and is not intended to contain the specifics of a particular job. This description is not a contract for employment. It does not include all aspects of the position such as potential duties assigned by the supervisors with the requirement for flexibility in helping others for the locations overall benefit.

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