What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diesel Technician - Sign-On Bonus + Great Benefits position at U.S. Xpress - Diesel Techs Central?
Job Description
U.S. Xpress is Now Hiring Diesel Techs!
As a U.S. Xpress Diesel Technician, you will be part of our elite fleet maintenance and preventative maintenance team. You’ll handle tasks based on your experience level that are critical to maintaining a safe and efficient fleet.
You’ll enjoy a clean and safe work environment and industry-leading benefits, including:
- Career Advancement Certifications
- Uniforms & nitrile exam work gloves
- Annual boot allowance
- Sign-on bonus
- Shift differential pay
- Competitive base benefits package
- Paid Parental Leave
What you’ll be doing (overview, not limited to this list):
- Test, service, and repair tractors and related mechanical components
- Diagnose and repair most transmission, engine, electrical, suspension, driveline, HVAC, brakes and air systems
- Repair/Replace bolt-on body parts such as hoods and cab extenders
- Maintain a high productivity level and complete jobs within or close to SRT times.
- Perform DOT inspections as outlined in U.S. Xpress guidelines
- Perform open seat inspections to prepare tractor for next driver
- Perform 90-day lease operator inspections
- Accurately complete DOT forms and all other forms of documentation
What you’ll need:
- Minimum of 1 year of mechanical experience preferred
- A Technical Diploma from an accredited Diesel Technology Program may substitute for 1 year of the required experience
- Experience in the transportation industry preferred
- Computer experience preferred
- Valid driver’s license required
- 18 years or older to work in U.S. Xpress Shop Environment
- Must provide own tools that are adequate to perform job functions
- D.O.T and Brake certification required to perform PM’s and brake work
- OEM Online certifications preferred
- Technical Diploma from an accredited Diesel Technology Program preferred.
- Pass a standard physical performance test
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