Service Porter

Company Description

About Truck Centers, Inc.
For over 50 years, three generations have led Truck Centers, Inc. from a single store dealership into our current network of ten, full-service dealerships and two auxiliary locations in Illinois, Indiana, and Missouri proudly representing the Freightliner and Western Star truck brands. Our team has remained dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service in an environment that fosters collaboration, innovation, and a communal spirit of giving back. To learn more about us, visit truckcentersinc.com.

Job Description

Are you a hard-working and efficient individual looking to be a key part of a dynamic team? TCI is seeking a Service Porter to join our Service department. In this essential role, you'll be responsible for the daily upkeep of our shop, including maintenance, cleaning of tools and equipment, and providing crucial support to our technicians. This position offers a hands-on introduction to the operations of a high-volume truck dealership, where your dependable work will help maintain a safe and organized environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Maintain Cleanliness: Keep the shop and dealership grounds clean and orderly, ensuring a safe work environment free of debris, following company policies.
• Routine Maintenance: Develop and adhere to a scheduled maintenance checklist for regular tasks.
• Manage Waste: Sort and dispose of recyclables, scrap metal, and refuse, coordinating with vendors for proper disposal when needed.
• Floor Care: Sweep, mop, and scrub floors, and clean storage shelves, workbenches, and other surfaces.
• Equipment Maintenance: Maintain large shop equipment such as flywheel machines, sandblasters, forklifts, shop presses, wheel lifts, and alignment machines.
• Support 5S Elite: Ensure proper maintenance of 5S Elite Support organizational signage and taping.
• Assist Technicians: Provide assistance to service technicians and other team members to help them complete their tasks safely and efficiently.
• Customer Service: Respond promptly and effectively to the needs of both internal and external customers, ensuring their satisfaction in all aspects of your work.
• Parts Delivery: Deliver parts to service bays as needed to keep technicians focused on critical jobs.

If you're ready to contribute to a fast-paced environment where your attention to detail and commitment to quality make a difference, we want to hear from you! Apply today to join the TCI family.

Qualifications

What We're Looking For:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Driver's License and ability to meet insurance requirements is not required but is highly preferred
• Fork truck certification and/or heavy equipment operating experience is a plus
• Proven mechanical aptitude and dexterity with tools and shop equipment
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment is essential
• Knowledge of shop safety policies and basic hand tool operation
• Ability to understand written directions and formulas to mix cleaning solutions and chemicals
• Resourceful, collaborative team player who also thrives independently and can prioritize multiple projects with strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment 
• Must participate in a pre-employment background check, physical, and drug screen.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Pay Range: $15.45 - $23.17

• 401(k) with company match
• Health insurance with 3 plan options to choose from, Vision Insurance, and Dental Insurance
• Paid time off including paid volunteer time
• Disability insurance
• FSA and HSA options
• Company paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Maternity leave
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• Company paid uniforms
• Company paid boot allowance

Additional Information

Truck Centers, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

We believe in the Hire to Retire philosophy and invest in individuals that we believe will be valuable assets to TCI and our customers for years to come. Thus, we want to help you live well through personal and professional growth plus a multitude of benefits.