Diesel Truck Mechanic / Technician, Road Service

Diesel Truck Mechanic / Technician, Road Service

Signing Bonus $1,500.00 2+ years experience

LOCATION: Petersburg, Virginia & Surrounding Areas (including into North Carolina)

TYPE: Full-Time (Monday-Friday, Dayshift)

COMPENSATION: Competitive hourly rate - based on experience

Quarterly profit-sharing opportunity Annual performance reviews

Premium health insurance benefits

Vacation and Paid Personal Days

401(k) Employer matching PPE & Tool reimbursement plan

SUMMARY:

The Heavy Truck / Diesel Mechanic position requires a strong mechanical aptitude. Our team of technicians service; including repair, install and maintain a variety of pieces of heavy equipment including hydrovacs, vac trucks, street sweeper, refuse and recycling equipment.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspect and troubleshoot equipment failures and perform hydraulic, electrical and mechanical repairs on various types of equipment
• Perform diagnostics to determine repairs required
• Conduct routine preventative maintenance
• Communicate effectively with the Parts & Service teams on job progress and status changes
• Update work order system
• Maintain organized and safe work area, shop tools and service vans

ABOUT YOU:

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Demonstrated ability to work in a safe manner
• Collaborative team player and willing to assist others when required
• Attention to detail and commitment to customer satisfaction
• Independent problem solver and decision maker
• Ability to plan and execute aspects of work independently

POSITION REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education from an accredited technical school in diesel engine/hydraulics/heavy equipment repair preferred but not required
• Valid CDL driver's license (or ability to obtain a CDL) and a clean driver's abstract
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check
• 3+ years' experience working in a mechanic / technician role
• Experienced with hydraulic and/or electrical work

SAFETY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Employees must:

• Work in compliance with the appropriate safety legislation/regulations/safety policies
• Report any known workplace hazard or safety violations
• Cooperate with their workplace's Safety Committee or health and safety representative
• Use any safety equipment, protective devices or clothing required
• Not remove or make ineffective any protective device required by the Company or by the regulations.

OTHER DETAILS

Work Environment:

• Shop, Warehouse, Yard environment
• Frequent exposure to noise, dust and dirt

Physical Demand:

• Frequently required to lift and move moderately heavy objects (50lbs)
• Frequently standing and walking

WHO WE ARE:

As the leading distributor of public works equipment, Joe Johnson Equipment (JJE) provides mobile infrastructure-maintenance equipment to municipalities and contractors across Canada and the US. Through our branch network, we sell, rent, lease, service and support vacuum trucks, refuse & recycling collection vehicles, street sweepers, sewer cleaners, and inspection cameras.

JJE is a proud subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation.