What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diesel Mechanic II position at P&S Transportation?
Job Description
Job Description
Company Description
Founded in 2004, P&S Transportation is one of the fastest growing flatbed trucking operations with terminals nationwide. We are continuously expanding and improving our services through our commitment to hiring the best and brightest in the Logistics and Transportation field. By targeting experienced professionals, partnering with the best universities and recruiting straight from the top programs in logistics and operations, we support our vision to be on the cutting edge of transportation. Our goal is to stay ahead through our emphasis on driver satisfaction and retention, cutting edge technology, offering creative solutions, customer partnerships and smarter people than our competition. Our business is growing exponentially and we require the best to help us continue on our path of success. Join our team and be a part of the future of the industry.
We are continuously expanding and improving our services through our commitment to hiring the best and brightest in the Logistics and Transportation field. By targeting experienced professionals, partnering with the best universities, and recruiting straight from the top programs in logistics and operations, we support our vision to be on the cutting edge of transportation.
Job Description
A qualified Diesel Mechanic / Technician Level II will be able to diagnose, provide estimates, and repairs on highly complex electrical and mechanical systems, on class eight tractors. This individual will follow standard operating procedures [SOP’s] to complete routine rebuilds and replacements, make best valued decisions with SAFETY as the determining factor regarding continued operation VS, repair or replace, then perform technical repairs and replacement. Uses technical publications and other internet-based manuals, technical guides, or check sheets. Some employees in this role function as local shop subject matter experts [SME] on all tractor systems. Further, the same may be a resource for Warranty, the Senior Maintenance Leadership Team, and Training Department.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
- Diagnoses and repairs problems in the areas of engine, component parts, exhaust, and aftertreatment. Many other various other vehicle items [i.e. telematics, camera systems, steering, manual transmissions, automated transmissions, high pressure fuel injection systems, HVAC, charging and cranking systems, APU’s and Air Disc Brakes].
- Uses diagnostic software or other methods to diagnose electrical and mechanical problems related to all systems including engine, drivetrain, cab, brakes, suspension, and electrical and communication systems. [Detroit, 3DL, Cummins Insite, Davie, Meritor WABCO, Bendix etc].
- Utilizes electronic instructions [sometimes email] could be [MS Teams message] to understand, document and complete repair orders. Utilizes computer system FLEETIO to accurately create, track and complete work order repairs including the tracking of time (labor hours), parts used and work completed.
- Makes decisions on whether a component can continue to operate or should be repaired / replaced, based on best overall value and safety impact.
- Individually or in conjunction with another Technicians, performs tractor PMs including responsibility for resolving any equipment performance problems identified by Drivers.
- May communicate with internal and external customers [i.e. other Shop, Drivers, Operations, Operations Leaders, OEMs, etc.] on such things as company stances, wait times, reasons for repair decisions and status updates.
- Acts as a resource to the local Leadership Team, Warranty, and Training Departments. Examples include identifying problems and solutions to manufacturing / design problems and may participate in the development and presentation of training curriculum.
- If licensed, drives commercial equipment in the yard and on public roads, which requires a Commercial Drivers License (CDL), to diagnose problems and take corrective actions. CDL not required.
- Charges out parts removed from inventory and assists in maintaining parts inventory.
- Responsible for general Shop Diagnostic Tooling.
Qualifications
Additional Information
This job is an hourly position with no guarantees for career progression. This does not mean that you will not be considered for other positions or opportunities.
PS Logistics complies with all applicable equal employment laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act. Qualified individuals with a disability may request reasonable accommodation from the company.
