Jobs at Western Express (Now Hiring) — 8 open

Western offers competitive pay, benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, and a fun, family-oriented culture. The Western Express campus is a state-of-the-art facility rebuilt in 2020, with three on site gyms, guided fitness classes, and a cafeteria. We are proud to be a culture that promotes from within and has infinite growth potential. One of our core values is to be hardworking, and we reward those individuals with opportunity and incentive.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to providing safe, reliable, and efficient tractors and equipment for our drivers and customers. This position is responsible for performing DOT-compliant maintenance, inspections, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs on fleet vehicles and equipment. The role requires the ability to diagnose and repair major vehicle systems, including engines, transmissions, DEF systems, air conditioning systems, and driver safety mitigation technologies. The technician will utilize OEM diagnostic platforms to accurately identify and resolve issues, participate in ongoing training opportunities, and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Principle Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform DOT-compliant inspections, maintenance, and repairs on fleet vehicles and equipment.
• Complete preventative maintenance services in accordance with company standards and manufacturer recommendations.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair major vehicle systems, including engines, transmissions, DEF systems, HVAC/air conditioning systems, and driver safety technologies.
• Utilize OEM diagnostic software and tools to assist with troubleshooting and repairs.
• Participate in training opportunities to enhance technical knowledge and stay current with industry standards.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment while following all company safety policies and procedures.
• Successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening and DOT physical examination.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license required; CDL license preferred.
• Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Possess basic computer skills and the ability to learn applicable systems.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance for assigned shifts.
• Display a positive, professional attitude and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and follow instructions, guidelines, and procedures necessary to complete daily assignments safely and efficiently.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and move for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Ability to regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds.

Western Express, Inc. is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act or other similar state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Western. Please inform the company's personnel representative if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.

I understand, where permissible under applicable federal, state, and local law, I may be subject to a pre-employment drug test after receiving a conditional offer of employment. Upon employment, employees may be required to have their picture taken.

Due to the collaborative nature of the work environment, the spontaneous need for idea generation and execution, and the potential for expedited remediations, responses, or information gathering, in-person, in-office attendance is an essential function of this position.