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Liquid Asphalt Tanker Technician (Mechanic)

Ajax Paving Industries
Detroit, MI Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 9/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/1/2027

The Liquid Asphalt Tanker Technician is responsible for maintenance of truck tractors and tanker trailers used for hauling liquid asphalt.

Responsibilities:

  • Maintenance of tractor truck, including tire pressures/rotations, fluid levels, and lights.
  • Maintenance of tanker trailer.
  • Check all equipment regularly, execute preventative maintenance and communicate deficiencies to Terminal Manager.
  • Schedule third party repairs as needed.
  • Maintain good housekeeping (5S) in shop area.
  • Troubleshoot, assessment and the basic repair (i.e. brakes, oil, lube, suspension, etc.) of equipment.
  • Troubleshoot malfunctions using diagnostic software.
  • Perform emergency field service using company service truck.
  • Complete service reports and records
  • Track parts charged and returned.
  • Maintains service logs
  • Meet all safety requirements
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills:

  • Chauffeur License or ability to obtain Chauffeur License
  • Preferred Commercial Driver’s License, Class A, with airbrakes, Tanker and HazMat endorsement
  • Be able to communicate effectively
  • Preferred basic computer and electronic equipment skills to diagnose and solve mechanical and technical problems.

Education/Experience:

  • High School Diploma
  • Experience in maintenance of commercial motor vehicles
  • Maintenance of Tankers is preferred

Work Environment/Physical Abilities:

The physical abilities of this position require the employee to be able to frequently sit, stand, climb, low level work, reaching, bending, and trunk movements. Also, may require carrying, pushing/pulling, dexterity of hands and fingers, seeing, hearing and talking. Lifting requirements may include up to 80 pounds.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

  • Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Chauffeur License (Required)
  • CDL A (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

  • Detroit, MI (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30

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