Blaine Brothers Family of Companies - Diesel, Trailer and Hydraulic Technicians!

Diesel Technician, Trailer Technician, and Hydraulic Technician Positions

Blaine Brothers is a Minnesota-based, third-generation family-owned business with locations across the Twin Cities and greater Minnesota. We are actively hiring Diesel Technicians, Trailer Technicians, and Hydraulic Technicians at the following locations:

• Blaine, MN
• Columbus, MN
• Inver Grove Heights, MN
• Fridley, MN

Whether you specialize in diesel engines, trailers, or hydraulic systems, we want to hear from you. We are looking for people with mechanical aptitude, a strong work ethic, and the drive to be part of a team that takes pride in everything we do.

Awarded Star Tribune's Top Workplaces 6 years in a row. We like to work hard, play hard, and take pride in everything we do!

Schedule: Multiple shifts available —2nd shift and 3rd shift opportunities at various locations. 10% Pay Differential on 2nd and 3rd Shift!

Benefits: Industry leading pay and benefits, paid weekly, overtime opportunities, vacation rollover, $50,000 life insurance policy gifted to all FT employees, 401k with a company match, career advancement programs, awesome company events, HUGE tech referral bonuses, monthly tech incentive bonus, plus a $5,000 sign-on bonus, and 10% Pay Differential on 3rd Shift!

Wage: $25/hr-$40/hr + (Competitive pay based on skillset and experience)

Open Positions and Essential Duties:

Diesel Technician

• Perform repairs on diesel trucks
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, disassemble vehicles and examine parts for defects and excessive wear
• Correct vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems such as power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, and hydraulics; complete machine shop operations; make adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units
• Inspect the overall condition of trucks to ensure they meet U.S. Department of Transportation safety requirements
• Compile inspection reports detailing findings
• Track all parts and materials used in repairs or replacements
• Ensure the final work product meets quality standards
• Maintain a safe and clean work area for customers and co-workers

Trailer Technician

• Determine vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identify worn and damaged parts
• Perform repair and customization work including routine maintenance, brake replacement/repair, suspension repair, electrical and pneumatic and hydraulic component troubleshooting and repair, trailer body repair including complete trailer rebuild
• Provide after-sale services such as component installation
• Track all parts and materials used in repairs or replacements
• Ensure the final work product meets quality standards
• Maintain a safe and clean work area for customers and co-workers

Hydraulic Technician

• Install new hydraulic systems on heavy-duty trucks (wet kits)
• Troubleshoot hydraulic systems on trucks and other mobile equipment
• Perform service calls to troubleshoot systems or perform testing
• Disassemble hydraulic components (pumps, motors, valves, and cylinders) to identify the cause of failure; replace defective parts, reassemble, and test
• Assemble hydraulic power units from drawings and schematics
• Fabricate frames and brackets; perform general work with structural steel including welding and use of plasma torch, band saws, hand tools, tube bending equipment, and general shop tools
• Track all parts and materials used in repairs or replacements
• Ensure the final work product meets quality standards
• Maintain a safe and clean work area for customers and co-workers
• Must be willing to float to where shop demand is and work as a team player

We'd love to have you on our team. The ideal candidate would have the following skills:

• Great work ethic
• Willingness to jump in and help out where needed
• Technical aptitude; basic electrical diagnostic/troubleshooting experience a plus
• Welding experience a plus
• Basic tool set and toolbox to start (assistance programs available)
• Ability to lift 50–100 lbs. occasionally and 10–50 lbs. frequently
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Reliability and a dedication to being a hard worker
• Ability to work independently while maintaining a safe, efficient, and friendly work environment
• Honesty and respect

Most importantly, we are looking for someone who fits our company values:

• Values people
• Gives people with strengths the opportunity to exercise them
• Doesn't treat lack of success as failure
• Is very affirming and brings out the best in others
• Values and delivers high quality work
• Works hard
• Sees opportunities and integrates with existing business
• Is a good communicator
• Is humble
• Assumes responsibility for actions and commitments
• Attends to details and operations
• Is competitive

About Blaine Brothers

Blaine Brothers is a third-generation family-owned business established in 1979. The company includes four separate business entities — Blaine Brothers, North American Trailer, TruckAline, and Hydraulic Specialty — that together offer nearly every product and service requested in the commercial transportation industry. The family of companies employs more than 400 people in 10 locations across the Midwest.

Our team of professionals offers clients solutions to the variety of challenges they face. With services offered 24/7 and facilities open 24/5, superior customer service is provided around the clock. We have multiple bays for truck and trailer service along with a complete offering of parts. At Blaine Brothers, our clients are treated with honesty and respect.

Our Vision: To be respected because of our strong family values that we put into every job we do.

Our Mission: Through our values we will strive to offer every one of our partners a helping hand in realizing their full potential by delivering value in parts, service, and sales in the industries we serve.

Salary Description $25-$40/hr