Diesel Technician Apprentice

Diesel Technician Apprentice

We're seeking a talented Diesel Technician Apprentice to join the Transwest Team! Transwest is a leading provider of top-quality commercial trucks and transportation solutions. Committed to reliability and customer satisfaction, Transwest is dedicated to driving success in the transportation industry.

Why Join the Transwest Team?

• Exceptional Leadership
• Beautiful, Updated & Clean Environment
• Competitive PTO & Benefits Packages
• Company Training
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Quick & Efficient Interview Process

We offer a full benefits package for eligible employees including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life (Voluntary and Employer Paid) and Disability Insurance
• 401(K) with company match beginning with your first contribution.
• HSA and/or FSA
• Paid Time Off, Sick Time, and Company Paid Holidays
• Employee Car Discount Program

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform repairs following OEM standards.
• Adhere to company safety guidelines.
• Communicate openly with management and other team members.
• Perform work as outlined in repair orders.
• Verify the warranty on all repair orders, if applicable.
• Perform work with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance to dealership and factory standards.
• Diagnose and repair vehicle malfunctions.
• Cross collaborate with the parts department in order to obtain parts.
• Save and tag warranty parts.
• Regularly communicate with the Shop Foreman and provide an educated recommendation if a repair order needs to be adjusted.
• Summarize repairs and technician stories.
• Record time punches.
• Road test vehicles as needed for quality assessment.
• Maintain working knowledge of factory technical bulletins.
• Ensure customer vehicle cleanliness.
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area.
• Treat dealership owned tools with respect and care.
• Uphold federal, state and local regulations governing the disposal of hazardous waste.
• Perform job duties and functions with flexibility in the event circumstance of; shift changes, emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technology developments.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Work Environment & Physical Abilities:

• Activities require a full range of motion including; handling and lifting, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
• This position may require standing, balancing, bending or stooping for prolonged periods of time.
• This position requires corrected vision and hearing within normal range.
• This position requires the occasional ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 80 lbs.
• Required to perform work inside and outside, in varying weather situations.
• Must be able to operate simple, complex and heavy-duty machinery.

Required Education, Experience, Knowledge & Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license and MVR in good standing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Multitasking Skills
• Conflict Resolution Skills
• Independent Working Skills
• Detail Oriented
• Quick Thinking
• Ability to work any shift if needed.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing passenger automobiles.
• Familiarity with all aspects of gas and diesel truck repair and maintenance including; engine repair, transmission repair, drivability and electrical diagnostics, suspension, brake systems, etc.
• Must possess a complete set of hand tools with rollaway toolbox.
• Ability to successfully complete a general abilities assessment.
• Ability to pass a post-offer background check, physical and drug screen.

Preferred Education, Experience, Knowledge & Skills:

• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing diesel trucks.
• Diesel Engine Technology Certification(s) and/or Education

Job Details:

• Type: Hourly
• Compensation Range: $20.00 to $58.00 an Hour
• Reports To: Service Manager
• Shift: Shift Options Available
• Closing Date: Open Until Filled