Lead Technician - KAG : Job Details

Job DetailsJob Location 20330 Decatur IL - Decatur, ILPosition Type TechnicianSalary Range $27.24 - $36.50 HourlyTravel Percentage NegligibleJob Shift 8hrJob Category NADescription Position SummaryThis position is responsible for the overall operation of the terminal shop. This includes overseeing the repair and maintenance of all equipment for safe operation, managing vendor relationships, updating work orders, and managing on-site staff.#TechHPEssential Functions

• Work Schedule: M-F 8AM-5PM
• Utilize and update the fleet maintenance management system.
• Manage local vendor relationships.
• Oversee all shop operations.
• Make repairs on electrical systems, brake systems, and other components of the tractor.

• Supervise technician staff including training of Technician Apprentices.
• Interview, hire and hold technicians accountable with the assistance of the Director of Maintenance.
• Utilize Shop Planner to schedule all work for technicians in the shop.
• Assist other technicians in performing preventive/repair of facilities and equipment to include trucks, tractors, and trailers.
• Create and complete work order entries.
• Maintain work order and vehicle maintenance records including adherence to company DVIR and CSA/Roadside Inspection Programs.
• Conduct all levels of preventive maintenance functions such as regular servicing of vehicles including oil changes, and equipment inspections.
• Electrical diagnostics, repair, and replacement.

• Lead the physical parts inventory, receiving and proper charge out of parts to work orders.
• Learn and become proficient utilizing the company's maintenance software program to create and complete work orders.

• Inspect equipment for potential repairs and proper operation and perform quality checks of other technician's and outside vendor's work.
• Accurately complete all necessary paperwork for maintenance and repairs
• Assist in HM 183 inspections

Qualifications Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum 5-years of experience in heavy-duty vehicle maintenance & repair

• Air brake certification in compliance with FMCSR 396.25
• Certified as a (DOT) commercial motor vehicle inspector in compliance with FMCSR's
• Willing to obtain American Welding Society (AWS) certification
• EPA 609 certification (Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning Repair)
• Valid driver's license
• Basic computer knowledge
• Basic set of technician tools - in accordance with KAG list

• Become qualified as necessary with appropriate certifications to perform new technology evaluations, diagnosis, and repairs

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior management experience
• Certified Welder Designation

Physical Requirements

• LIFTING REQUIREMENTS: Frequently lifting up to 50 pounds. Anything over 50 pounds, is lifted with assistance.

• Lifting - Frequent - Weight 50 lb.
• Carrying - Occasional - Weight 50 lb.
• Pushing - Occasional - Force 50 lb.
• Hand Grip - Frequent
• Sitting - Occasional
• Standing - Frequent
• Walking - Frequent
• Climbing - Occasional
• Stooping - Occasional
• Kneeling - Two Knees - Occasional
• Crouching/Squatting - Occasional
• Reaching - Overhead - Frequent
• Handling - Constant
• Vision - Constant
• Talking - Frequent

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