Diesel Technician

Job Details Job Location: TX Abilene - Tye, TX 79563 Education Level: High School Travel Percentage: None Job Category: Skilled Labor - Trades Essential Job Functions Promote safety in all actions. Prepare repair orders as per company policy. Work effectively and safely within the shop area and when making a road call without supervision. Complete records in a timely manner in compliance with company rules and requirements. Comply with and continually update knowledge of all DOT regulations, federal, state, local and company standards and requirements regarding: Personal safety when performing maintenance operations on tractor and/or trailers. Maintaining an environment of cleanliness and safety within the shop. Disposal of all waste products, both hazardous and non‑hazardous. Communicate with Maintenance Supervisor as required. Additional Responsibilities Carries out duties assigned by Maintenance Supervisor or CSC Manager as required. Minimum Qualifications High School Education or equivalent. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Should possess or be willing to obtain ASE Brake certification within the first 180 days of employment. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects. Self‑starter with detail‑oriented work habits. Meet qualification requirement as stipulated in Section 396.19 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (vehicle inspections). Meet qualification requirements as stipulated in Section 396.25 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (brake maintenance/repairs). Ability to safely operate tractor/trailer unit within terminal premises. Technical knowledge as required to: Insure proper treatment of various required components that include, but are not limited to: air compressors, fuel pumps, hubs, wheels, and springs (any of which may exceed 100lbs in weight). Perform inspections on specification cargo tanks if facility is a DOT‑Registered Inspector. Inspect, repair, or replace domes, valves, vents, or other equipment as necessary within safety, regulatory and company standards. Display professional demeanor. Good interpersonal skills; able to work well with a wide range of individuals. Demonstrate dependability through good attendance and adherence to timelines and schedules. Basic mechanics skills. Knowledge of basic company employment policies and procedures. Physical Requirements Ability to stand for extended periods of time on a concrete floor; repeatedly reach above shoulder level an unlimited number of times daily; walk, bend, reach, push, pull, stoop, kneel, squat; finger dexterity; feeling, repetitive motions, talking, hearing, visual activity. Occasional lifting (up to 100 pounds). Working Conditions Normal shop environment (concrete floors). Work on sometimes uneven and/or slippery surfaces. #J-18808-Ljbffr United Petroleum Transports