Mobile Diesel Mechanic / Field Diesel Technician - Ridgefield, WA

Overview

Diesel Technicians at Gordon Truck Centers (GTC) dealerships lead the charge in workmanship, commitment to safety, and providing reliable, first-class service to customers across the Pacific Northwest. GTC builds the team with the best employees and we’re hiring Mobile/Field Service Diesel Technicians for the Ridgefield, WA Gordon Truck Centers / Western Star Northwest location!

At GTC, you will be working with cutting-edge industry technologies. With the help of a team and leadership you can rely on as well as training to build your skillset, we’ll coach and encourage you every step of the way in well equipped, safe facilities where you’re empowered to do what’s right - whether you’re performing routine maintenance or complete engine overhauls. Click to learn more about GTC.

About GTC

Helping customers satisfy their transportation needs since 1986, Gordon Truck Centers, Inc. (GTC) is an expanded network of 19 dealerships doing business as Gordon Truck Centers, Freightliner Northwest, Western Star Northwest, TrailerCraft, Western Mountain Bus and Freightliner of Hawaii. As a full-service Freightliner, Western Star, Wilson Trailer dealership family, GTC can sell, finance, insure and service commercial trucks for medium and heavy-duty applications.

Responsibilities

As a field service technician (also known as “mobile mechanic”), you can expect to conduct on-road and customer on-site maintenance services by troubleshooting, diagnosing and performing preventative and corrective maintenance on heavy duty equipment.

• Run diagnostic tests and analyze results.
• Repair or replace vehicle engines, steering mechanisms, transmissions, and braking systems.
• Working knowledge of engines, transmissions, differential, A/C and suspensions.
• Determine unit condition by conducting inspections & diagnostic tests, identifying deficiencies.
• Able to read schematics for electrical and air systems.
• Develop technical skills through training opportunities.
• Test equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications; make necessary adjustments if required.
• Ensure the cleanliness of the mobile service truck.

Qualifications

Heavy equipment dealership experience is helpful in this job role; two years or more preferred.  Three years of actual truck repair experience needed. 

Compensation

Based upon level of skill and experience, hourly compensation is $20.00 to $50.00. Night shift, weekend shift, and lead/mentor differential pay available.

Work Schedules: Work schedule and shifts will vary depending on business needs. We can accommodate a wide range of shifts and schedules.

Other: Must have valid driver’s license and be insurable. CDL-A is a plus. Valid DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate or ability to obtain. A full complement of tools required for diesel equipment repair including wrenches and sockets to 1 ¼”, 3/8” and ½” drive air tools, floor creeper and a roll around tool cabinet.

Physical Demands: (These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successful perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be available to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions.)  Working in, under, and around trucks and trailers.  Ability to drive a vehicle, lift, push or pull objects of various shapes, sizes and weights, up to 100 pounds.  Safely walk, reach, bend, climb, push, twist, squat and kneel as necessary to perform the essential job duties.  Safely walk and stand for extended periods of time. Use a telephone and computer.

Environmental Demands:  Primarily outdoor work.  High noise level. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles. Coveralls, ear and eye protection provided.

GTC General Benefits Description 

Gordon Truck Centers, Inc. (GTC) provides a healthcare plan that covers medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits for eligible employees as well as a basic group term life insurance policy and employee assistance program. Eligible employees can enroll in our company Health Savings Account (HSA). Employees can contribute up to 60% of their pre-tax earnings to 401k and the company will match dollar for dollar of your contributions up to 3% of your income for qualifying employees. Tuition reimbursement and profit sharing are available for hired applicants. Employees also receive paid vacation, personal time off (PTO) and six (6) paid holidays. Our technicians are also eligible for company sponsored training, company provided uniforms and a work boot stipend. More information can be found at https://www.gordontruckcenters.com/benefits.

GTC is an equal opportunity employer. This position is classified as safety sensitive. All offers of employment are made contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check. A motor vehicle records check is also required for positions with driving responsibilities. Mechanics frequently lift up to 75 pounds and must have a full complement of tools.

E-Verify Program

Gordon Truck Centers, Inc. uses the E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates. For up-to-date information on E-Verify, go to www.uscis.gov and click on 'E-Verify' located near the bottom of the page.