Journeyman Diesel Technician

Kenworth Sales Company was founded in 1945 by the Treadways and is still family owned through 4 generations. With the combined service and support of over 800 employees across 23 different locations, we were awarded the 2014 ATD Dealer of the Year Award and the 2019 Kenworth Parts & Service Dealer of the Year Award. Each of our Kenworth Sales locations has a similar culture throughout the entire company which makes you always feel a part of the family. Our Headquarters is located in Salt Lake City, Utah and is ran by Kyle Treadway-President of Kenworth Sales Company.
JOB SUMMARY
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nThe primary function of the Journeyman Diesel Technician is to perform superior quality repairs to customer equipment, and make recommendations for further services as determined by the Technician in the course of the servicing. 
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nDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES n

1.  Receives repair order assignments from Service Manager.
n2.  Performs work directed in repair order in a timely and thorough manner.  Maintains superior standard of workmanship in all services performed.
n3.  Advises Service Manager of any recommended changes in services ordered by customer.
n4.  Determines if any further repairs or servicing should be recommended to customer, and communicates such recommendations to the Shop Lead and/or Service Writer.
n5. Maintains a level of training and experience with specialized equipment, machinery, and servicing techniques necessary for superior servicing of the customer’s equipment. Attends training sessions as required from time to time by Service Manager.
n6.  Performs additional repairs required when any piece of equipment is returned by customer because of Technician’s faulty workmanship.
n7.  Maintain accurate work order records of work performed and time clocked on job.
n8.  Follow all Warranty Vendor guidelines while keeping service desk informed. Mark and retain all parts as per warranty vendor guidelines.
n9.  Accept and represent company department in all directed after hours call-out situations.
n10. Keep work area in a functional and clean state.
n11. Fortify a positive and cohesive work environment.
n12. Aid and train apprentice technicians as directed by Service Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS
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nHigh School Diploma or the equivalent
nWorking knowledge of truck repair and maintenance
nFive years of previous experience
nAbility to operate power and hand tools and other equipment safely
nWorking knowledge of P/C and Laptop Computers
nDriver's License with good driving record
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WORKING CONDITIONS

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This is a physically demanding position.  Will stand six to eight hours per shift.  Will stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, handle and feel.  Will lift parts weighing up to 50 pounds.  Will use hand and power tools, hoist and test equipment.  Will be exposed to noise, vibration, dust, exhaust fumes, paint, and other hazardous and nonhazardous materials.
BENEFITS
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nWe offer a full benefits package with retirement and paid life insurance. Also includes vacation time, sick days and paid holidays

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Kenworth Sales Company is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.