What are the responsibilities and job description for the Truck Specialty Center Technician 1 position at International Motors, LLC?
We are currently seeking a Truck Speciality Center Technician 1 to join our San Antonio, TX team!
In addition to being a working member of the Truck Specialty Center (TSC) production team, the Truck Speciality Center Technician 1 will work on a variety of applications to include decal installations and electrical device installations such as alarms, sensors, logging devices, navigation devices, and other truck specific electrical applications. Members will wire, splice, and test electrical systems and harnesses. Members will also be required to install, modify, or remove mechanical parts to include battery & air tank relocations, suspensions, on frame drilling, welding, lift axles, PTO installs, etc. TSC Team Members will assist the team leaders as needed. All activities are focused on customizing vehicle safely, meeting plant quality standards, and achieving delivery, and cost goals.
Responsibilities
Working within the International Operating System , read and follow written and verbal work instructions and standard operating procedures with emphasis on safety and quality inclusive of:
- Demonstrating overall safe work behavior; including the utilization of proper safety equipment and adhering to safety guidelines
- Pro-actively reviewing area for hazards, correcting and informing appropriate supervision a necessary
- Using diagnostic equipment to detect and isolate faults in medium and heavy-duty vehicles and interpret test results
- Reading electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic blueprints
- Performing metal fabrication, welding, plasma cutting, electrical wiring,
- Performing installation of hydraulic, pneumatic, and complex electronic aftermarket systems
- Assisting and teaching other team members with modification procedures
- Identifying deviations to International's engineering standards on modifications performed by TSC
- Repairing and reassembling parts as necessary
- Maintaining work area in a clean and organized manner
- Striving for continuous improvement and implement process improvements
- Assuring conformance to identified International Quality Standards
- Performing all duties as required to maintain quality and productivity
- Performing wiring and installation of 3rd party electronics
- Performing routing and clipping of wires, air lines, fluid lines
- Programming of trucks with multiple diagnostic software systems
- Troubleshooting electrical issues, interpret basic wiring schematics
- Utilizing International systems to retrieve drawings, special features and truck information
- Initiating design change requests for Engineering review and implementing interim corrective action
- All other duties as assigned
Minimum Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- At least 2 years mechanic experience or Navistar production experience
Additional Requirements
- Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)
- Physical Requirements (Ability to do the following up to 10 hours per shift):
- Walk, stand, sit, bend, twist/turn, kneel, squat, crawl
- Climb using both legs and arms
- Head/neck movement
- Reach outward or above the shoulder
- Drive or operate equipment such as lifts and/or motor vehicles
- Lift, carry, push, or pull 15-45 pounds
- Repetitive use of hands and fingers
- Use of vibrating tools
- Depth perceptions required
- Ability to distinguish basic colors and shades of color
- Exposure to constant and intermittent noise, fumes, smoke and gases, solvents, paint, grease and oils, radiant energy, and slippery surfaces
- May be required to work on units outdoors
Desired Skills
- Prior automotive or truck mechanic experience
- Ability to learn in a fast-paced environment
- Flexibility to work any shift
- Proficient knowledge of hand tools, ability to disassemble and reassemble trucks using proper equipment
- Working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic components
- Experience in welding, automotive decal installation, wiring techniques
- Working knowledge in routing and clipping standards
- ASE certifications
Benefits and Compensation
We provide a competitive total rewards package which ensures job satisfaction both on and off the job. We offer market-based compensation, health benefits, 401(k) match, tuition assistance, EAP, legal insurance, an employee discount program, and more.
You can learn more about our comprehensive benefits package at https://careers.international.com/#benefits.
Company Overview
ABOUT INTERNATIONAL
From a one-man company built on the world-changing invention of the McCormick reaper in 1831, to the 15,000-person-strong company we are today, few companies can lay claim to a history like International. Based in Lisle, Illinois, International Motors, LLC* creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International® trucks and engines and IC Bus® school and commercial buses that are as tough and as smart as the people who drive them. We also develop Fleetrite® aftermarket parts. In everything we do, our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner, safer world we all deserve. As of 2021, we joined Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus in TRATON GROUP, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. To learn more, visit www.International.com.
*International Motors, LLC is d/b/a International Motors USA in Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and Utah.
EEO Statement
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to access the online application system or participate in the interview process due to your disability, please email HUB@International.com to request assistance. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response. Otherwise, your request may not be considered.