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Technician - Truck and Bus Field

MacAllister Machinery Co., Inc.
Fort Wayne, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/10/2026
Description

Join Our Team at MacAllister Machinery!

At MacAllister Machinery, we provide top-quality service and repair for equipment. We are currently seeking a motivated and skilled Field Truck and Bus Technician to join our team. You will have the opportunity to showcase your expertise and make a significant impact on our customers' success.

Why Join MacAllister Machinery

  • Positive and Inclusive Environment:
    • Be part of a positive and inclusive work environment that fosters growth and development.
  • Supportive Team:
    • Join a team that values collaboration and support, creating a rewarding workplace.
  • Access to Resources and Training:
    • Enjoy access to excellent resources and training, empowering you to enhance your skills.
  • Competitive Compensation:
    • Highlight any competitive salary or benefits package offered.
  • Professional Development:
    • Mentor opportunities for continuous learning and career growth within the company.
  • Stability:
    • MacAllister has been in business since 1945!
Objective

This position is responsible for troubleshooting and performing on-site, truck and/or bus repair jobs.

Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Performs scheduled services and repairs on truck or buses (engines, drivetrain, chassis, electrical systems) in the field using proper tools and procedures
  • Ensure all documentation is completed accurately and efficiently; work orders, service reports, allocation of time, and tracking parts
  • Maintain customer satisfaction by ensuring customer needs and deadlines are met
  • Complete all scheduled repairs in a safe and efficient manner
  • Follow all safety and contamination control rules and regulations
  • Adheres to all safety rules and maintains quality housekeeping in work area
  • Maintain company issued equipment and vehicle per company policy

Qualifications

Position Requirements

Required

  • High School diploma or GED or equivalent work experience
  • 3 years or more of mechanical experience with diesel engines and/or in a position with a working knowledge of hydraulics, electrical systems, and drivetrain repairs
  • Valid Driver’s License

Preferred

  • 5 years or more experience with diesel engines (Caterpillar or Cummins is a plus) and/or in a position with a working knowledge of hydraulics, electrical systems, and drivetrain repairs
  • Medium Duty Cummins Engine Certification
  • Chauffer’s License or ability to obtain one within 6 months of employment

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

  • Strong mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of power train, diesel engines, and electrical systems
  • Strong communication skills, including verbal, written and listening skills.
  • Strong multitasking abilities, detail-oriented and self-motivated
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Professional demeanor with both internal and external contacts including personal appearance and friendly, courteous treatment of peers and people at all levels inside and outside the organization
  • Strong computer skills experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), and the ability to learn CAT/MacAllister Machinery systems
  • Ability to build and maintain effective customer and professional relationships through strong interpersonal skills with emphasis on relationship-building and consistent demonstration of solid professional judgment
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure, deadline driven environment
  • Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed

Physical Requirements Of Position

  • Occasional confined sitting (at computer, in car, etc.)
  • Occasional non-confined sitting (able to move about at will.)
  • Frequent standing or walking
  • Frequent rapid use of arms, hands or fingers, in handling or manipulating objects, or operating equipment, tools and/or instruments requiring fine eye-hand coordination
  • Frequent repeated bending, crouching, stretching, up and down stairs, or crawling
  • Frequent unaided lifting of objects up to 20 pounds; Occasional unaided lifting of objects up to 75 pounds
  • Occasional working at heights (such as scaffolding, rooftops, or ladders)
  • Frequent communication with other individuals. Must be able to able to exchange accurate information when speaking with customers, coworkers, and/or vendors
  • Frequent use of near and far vision acuity. Must be able to identify objects within two feet or less and at a distance of 20 feet.

Work Environment Of Position

Frequent exposure to:

  • Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
  • Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
  • Noise (need to shout in order to be heard)
  • Vibrations (exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body)
  • Air particles (Dust, gas, fumes, steam, chemicals, and etc.)
  • Outside weather conditions
  • High voltage system
  • Walking or standing on uneven ground (gravel, rocks, mounds)
  • Moving mechanical parts machinery (fork-lifts, tractors, mowers)
  • Wearing protective equipment (respirator, mask, earplugs, gloves, eyewear, etc.)

Other Requirements Of Position

  • Major responsibilities typically require a modest amount of creativity and latitude.Employee typically operates under general instructions with some established procedures and policies
  • If an error is made while in this position, it will require some effort to identify the effort and can impact the company in regards to safety, productivity, and financial
  • Frequently communicates with management, coworkers, and vendors
  • Maintains equipment and supplies to avoid waste, damage to areas and equipment, and to prevent accidents

The duties and responsibilities described here are not a comprehensive list, and the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

All MacAllister Machinery companies are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including Disabled and Veteran applicants.

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