What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engine Technician position at Kenworth Sales?
Kenworth Sales Company was founded in 1945 by the Treadways and is still family owned through 4 generations. With the combined service and support of over 750 employees across 22 different locations, we were awarded the 2014 ATD Dealer of the Year Award. Each of our Kenworth Sales locations has a similar culture throughout the entire company which makes you always feel a part of the family. Our Headquarters is located in Salt Lake City, Utah and is ran by Kyle Treadway-President of Kenworth Sales Company.
JOB SUMMARY
We are hiring for a Diesel Engine Technician to work at our shop in Boise, Idaho. This will be for a day shift : Tuesday-Saturday, 7 : 30 AM to 4 : 00 PM.
The primary function of the Engine 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. Receives repair order assignments from Shop Foreman.
2. Performs work directed in repair order in a timely and thorough manner. Maintains superior standard of workmanship in all services performed.
3. Advises Shop Foreman of any recommended changes in services ordered by customer.
4. Determines if any further repairs or servicing should be recommended to customer, and communicates such recommendations to the Shop Foreman.
5. 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.
6. Performs additional repairs required when any piece of equipment is returned by customer because of Technician's faulty workmanship.
7. Maintain accurate work order records of work performed and time clocked on job.
QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information
High school diploma or the equivalent
Working knowledge of truck repair and maintenance
Manual dexterity
Good judgment
Ability to operate power and hand tools and other equipment safely
Valid Commercial Driver's License preferred and good driving record
3 years engine experience with certifications
CERTIFICATIONS
Cummins, Caterpillar, Paccar MX engine experience preferred.
BENEFITS
We offer a full benefits package with retirement and paid life insurance. Also includes vacation time, sick days and paid holidays.
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.
