CDL Driver/Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Pacific West Transportation has a unique opening for the right candidate. Our Spring Town, Texas location is looking for an experienced Class A CDL driver who also has strong mechanical knowledge of the equipment they operate.

Driving Requirements

· Class A CDL with at least 5 years of experience

· Good Texas driving record

· Experience operating semi-trucks in a variety of configurations

· Experience operating straight roll-off trucks and trailers for bin pickup and delivery to local landfills and disposal facilities

· Experience hauling 48' to 53' dry box vans

· Experience operating a pickup truck while towing a gooseneck or bumper-pull trailer over 26,001 lbs. GVWR

· 40Hrs per week and possibility of out of town.

Mechanical Requirements

· Engine diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repair

· Drivetrain, transmission, and clutch adjustment

· Air brake diagnostics and troubleshooting

· Air conditioning diagnostics and troubleshooting

· Suspension and steering diagnostics and troubleshooting

· Basic electrical knowledge

· Must have your own tools

Preferred Skills

· Welding and fabrication

· Accredited diesel technology training certificates

· Bilingual in English and Spanish

· Light-duty pickup truck experience

· Construction equipment experience

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is dependable, hardworking, and detail-oriented, and works well alongside a team of experienced, versatile coworkers. Candidates must be able to pass a drug screening and background check and be willing to work any shift and extended hours when needed.

Benefits

Pacific West Transportation offers a generous benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; a no-cost life insurance policy; paid time off; uniforms; and more.

Pacific West LLC has flourished for nearly 60 years by maintaining a culture of respect and care for its people and their needs.

Your job is important -- and so are you! Pacific West is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, identity, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.