Are you ready to join an industry leader with a strong foundation of success? Kenworth Sales Company was recently awarded the 2020 Dealer of the Year award and after 75 years of consistent excellence, we are still growing! 
The world learned just how essential the trucking industry is over the last couple of years! Come be a part of our success and the valuable impact the trucking industry has on our economy!
We have a great career opportunity for a Trailer Technician in our Caldwell, ID location! Earn from $25.00 to $30.00 an hour (DOE)! 
Enjoy a fast-paced work environment, interactive role with team members and customers along with many opportunities for growth among our 23 locations in the West and 8 locations in the East. 
Full rich benefit package including medical, dental and vision and paid life ins as well as a 401K with an aggressive match, vacation and holiday pay.
JOB SUMMARYThe primary function of the Trailer Technician is to perform superior quality repairs to
customer equipment, and make recommendations for further services as determined by the Technician in the course of the servicing.
 
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing trailer bodies, systems, and components.
2. Performing preventative maintenance on semi-trucks and trailers
3. Fabrication and welding ability are required.
4. Able to troubleshoot and repair brake, electrical, and hydraulic systems
5. Ensuring that trailers meet the U.S. DOT safety requirements
6. Compiling inspection reports, documenting repairs, and reporting all findings needing action
7. Performs work directed in repair order in a timely and thorough manner. Maintains superior standard of workmanship in all services performed.
8. Advises Shop Foreman of any recommended changes in services ordered by customer.
9. Determines if any further repairs or servicing should be recommended to customer, and communicates such recommendations to the Shop Foreman.
10. Maintains a level of training and experience with specialized equipment, machinery, and servicing techniques necessary for superior servicing of the customer’s equipment. Attends training sessions as required from time to time by Service Manager.

11. Maintain accurate work order records of work performed and time clocked on job.

QUALIFICATIONSAbility to read and comprehend instructions and information.
High School Diploma or the equivalent.
Working knowledge of truck repair and maintenance.
Two years of experience as Technician’s helper or apprentice in truck dealership. 
Manual dexterity.
Good judgment. 
Ability to operate power and hand tools and other equipment safely.
Driver’s License and good driving record.
Ability to operate welding equipment in a safe manner.
 

WORKING CONDITIONS

This is a physically demanding position. Will stand six to eight hours per shift. Will stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, handle and feel. Will lift parts weighing up to 50 pounds. Will use hand and power tools, hoist and test equipment. Will be exposed to noise, vibration, dust, exhaust fumes, paint, and other hazardous and nonhazardous materials.

Kenworth Sales Company is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.