Service Technician

The Company

Cobalt Truck Equipment started in 1995 with 12 employees & a single location. Our corporate headquarters are in Nampa, Idaho, and the company has only continued to grow from there. Now, Cobalt Truck Equipment has over 100 employees and locations in Spokane, Las Vegas, Fort Worth and San Antonio. In addition to building custom, fully equipped trucks for its clients, Cobalt Truck Equipment also keeps an extensive inventory of built-up, work-ready truck packages available for immediate delivery. Construction, utility, municipal and heavy equipment clients have all come to trust Cobalt Truck Equipment for quality mechanics trucks, lube trucks, utility bodies, platforms, vans, and more. Cobalt Truck Equipment is a lean manufacturer. We standardize our work processes, reducing our product cycle time and work in progress. This results in cost savings that we can then pass on to our customers. Lean implementation creates a clean, efficient, orderly, and safe workplace that lives up to the Cobalt Truck Equipment standard. At the heart of Cobalt’s success lies our unwavering commitment to craftsmanship and the journey from a small Idaho workshop to a multi-location enterprise is a testament to Cobalt’s vision and adaptability. 

Summary Objective 

This position performs diagnostics, welding, fabrication, electrical, hydraulics, and general repair. Use your knowledge and skills to construct and customize a surplus of heavy-duty work trucks. You will be working with a variety of compressors, welders, and cranes which will require proficiency in hydraulics, electrical components, and combustion engines. Completing job tasks on time, maintaining a clean and organized work space, reducing the need for rework, and increasing customer satisfaction will be key to being successful in this position.

If you are competitive and find pride in overshadowing the competition, then you are the technician we are looking for.

Essential Functions 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Perform diagnostics on electrical and hydraulic systems
• Perform general repairs
• Fabrication including some design, layout, cutting, and forming
• Weld according to specifications; 10 gauge to 1” steel
• Properly install, repair, and maintain all electrical components
• Install, maintain, and repair hydraulic systems
• Perform quality control checks on all completed jobs
• Must have own tools (A list will be provided) 

Minimum Qualifications

• Understanding of engine components and the ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair truck engines.
• Familiarity with hydraulic systems
• The ability to identify problems by interpreting symptoms, using diagnostic tools, and analyzing truck performance.
• Ability to disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble components.
• Understanding and following safety protocols related to heavy machinery, tools, and hazardous materials (e.g., refrigerants or fuels).
• The ability to prioritize multiple repair jobs effectively while maintaining quality.
• Ability to use software tools for diagnosing and tracking repairs.
• Checking and rechecking work to ensure all aspects of the truck are functioning properly before returning the vehicle to service.
• Accurately documenting repairs, inspections, and parts used, either manually or in a digital system.

Supervisory Responsibility 

This position has no direct supervisory responsibility.

Work Environment 

This position works in a climate-controlled shop setting. Proper PPE must be worn at all times. 

Physical Demands 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or type; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and sit for long periods of time. The employee must regularly lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. 

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work 

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with a half hour lunch, but hours could change based on need.

Travel 

No travel is expected for this position.

Preferred Education and Experience

• 1 years’ experience as a service technician
• Must have own tools

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, vision insurance
• Employer paid life insurance and short and long term disability
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunities for career advancement

Cobalt Truck Equipment Values: We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual is valued and respected. We believe diversity drives innovation, and we strive to create a positive and collaborative work environment. We welcome applications from qualified candidates and offer equal opportunities to everyone.

Come join the Cobalt Team! Smarter| Faster |  Less Down Time