Tire and Lube Technician

7 months ago

Hopkinsville, United States Watkins Express Freight Full time $15
Watkins Express Freight is seeking a highly motivated Diesel Mechanic who is looking for an opportunity for growth Our maintenance team maintains our fleet and ensure success for our customers.

Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Repair and change semi trailer and truck tires.
  • Perform basic or minor repairs and inspections on brakes, tires, wiring etc.
  • Perform basic and routine preventative maintenance on tractors and trailers
  • Repair/Replace bolt on body parts such as hoods and cab extenders.
  • Accurately complete DOT forms and all other forms of documentation in timely fashion.
  • Drive trucks in and out of shop before and after repairs are completed.
  • Work closely with other mechanics and make suggestions on complicated repairs.
  • Clean and maintain work area on a daily basis.
  • Perform open seat inspections to prepare tractor for next driver.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience:
  • Minimum of 1 year of tractor experience preferred.
  • Experience in the transportation industry a plus.
  • Experience in using diagnostics software preferred.

Skills/Certifications:
  • Valid Driver’s License required.
  • CDL-A preferred but not required
  • Basic computer skills preferred.
  • Ability to read and write.
  • Must provide own hand tools that are adequate to perform job functions.

Physical Requirements: while performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk or hear; frequently stands, walks, uses hands to finger, handle or feel; and reaches with hands and arms.

  • Ability to stand for long periods of time supporting full body weight.
  • Ability to walk 1000 feet minimum and change positions frequently.
  • Ability to frequently move shoulders with full range of motion in all six planes of movement.
  • Ability to reach heights over 72” frequently; ability to crouch to height of 18” frequently.
  • Ability to reach and stretch across the midline with full cervical range of motion and bilateral range of motion.
  • Ability to use hand tools constantly for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to stoop to 30” minimum and kneel to 18” minimum.
  • Ability to constantly go in/out of truck on 51” and one 24” step pulling full body weight.
  • Ability to occasionally push 250 lbs, pull 125 lbs, frequently push/pull 100/50 lbs and constantly push/pull 50/25 lbs.

We offer benefits package including:
  • Health care: Medical, Dental and Vision.
  • Insurances: Company Paid Life Insurance.
  • Paid Vacation.
  • 401K Plan with company match.

Job Type: Full-time.Pay: $15.00 per hour.

Benefits:
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Referral program


About Watkins Express Freight:

Watkins Express Freight is committed to providing affordable and reliable ground transportation safely to our customers through experienced personnel, accurate and timely information, and value-added customer support.

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