Lube Technician

We’re seeking a talented Lube Technician to step into the role of our most recently promoted Lube Technician. If you're someone who’s ready to learn, work hard, and take their career to the next level, we'd love for you to apply! Transwest is a leading provider of top-quality commercial trucks and transportation solutions. We’re all about reliability, great customer service, and helping our team members build long-term success in the transportation industry.

Why join the Transwest Team?

• Exceptional Leadership
• Beautiful, Updated & Clean Environment
• Competitive PTO & Benefits Packages
• Company Training
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Quick & Efficient Interview Process

We offer a full benefits package for eligible employees including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life (Voluntary and Employer Paid) and Disability Insurance
• 401(K) with company match beginning with your first contribution.
• HSA and/or FSA
• Paid Time Off, Sick Time, and Company Paid Holidays
• Employee Car Discount Program

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Greet and interact with customers.
• Change Oil
• Check transmission fluid and other fluid levels.
• Inspect various belts, filters, air levels, and gauges.
• Rotate Tires
• Write service reports and receipts for work completed.
• Keep abreast of factory technical bulletins.
• Perform all work with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
• Diagnose and repair vehicle malfunctions.
• Cross-collaborate with the parts department to obtain necessary parts.
• Save and tag warranty parts.
• Regularly communicate with the shop foreman and provide an educated recommendation if a repair order needs to be adjusted.
• Accurately summarize repairs and technician stories.
• Record accurate time punches.
• Road test vehicles as needed for quality assessment.
• Ensure customer vehicle cleanliness.
• Maintain neat and orderly work area.
• Treat dealership owned tools with respect and care.
• Understand and uphold federal, state and local regulations governing the disposal of hazardous waste.
• Perform job duties and functions with flexibility in the event of: shift changes, emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technology developments.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Work Environment & Physical Abilities:

• Activities require a full range of motion including; handling and lifting, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
• This position may require standing, balancing, bending or stooping for prolonged periods of time.
• This position requires corrected vision and hearing within normal range.
• This position requires the occasional ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 80 lbs.
• Required to perform work inside and outside, in varying weather situations.
• Must be able to operate simple, complex and heavy-duty machinery.

Required Education, Experience, Knowledge & Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license and MVR in good standing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Multitasking Skills
• Conflict Resolution Skills
• Independent Working Skills
• Detail Oriented
• Quick Thinking
• Ability to work any shift if needed.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing passenger automobiles.
• Familiarity with all aspects of gas and diesel truck repair and maintenance including; engine repair, transmission repair, drivability and electrical diagnostics, suspension, brake systems, etc.
• Must possess a complete set of hand tools with rollaway toolbox.
• Ability to successfully complete a general abilities assessment.
• Ability to pass a post-offer background check, physical and drug screen.

Preferred Education, Experience, Knowledge & Skills:

• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing diesel trucks.
• Diesel Engine Technology Certification(s) and/or Education

Job Details:

• Bonus Eligibility: No
• Reports To: Service Manager
• Shift:
• Closing Date: Open Until Filled