Diesel Mechanic​/Service Technician – 2nd Shift CDL

Service Technician

Primary function of the Service Technician is to diagnose and complete repairs on heavy and medium duty trucks. The individual will perform a variety of tasks on heavy‑duty trucks, large construction vehicles, buses and tractor trailers. These tasks include inspection, diagnosis, maintenance, installation and repair of components, engines and systems related to the heavy‑duty and medium‑duty vehicles.

• Perform recommended routine maintenance procedures.
• Perform diagnostic tests for issues, failures and performance.
• Determine a course of action for damaged parts and systems.
• Routinely use computerized equipment and specialized tooling.
• Complete assigned repairs and tasks in a timely and safe manner.
• Accurately record time, cause and correction on Repair Orders.
• Test components that may require driving trucks before and after repairs.
• Participate in and complete technical training and professional development.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Computer Skills – Knowledge of basic computer skills and repair order processing software.

Physical demands include sufficient manual dexterity to operate office equipment or a PC, mechanical tools such as wrenches, sockets, grips, air tools and other basic shop tools; ability to climb ladders; ability to bend, twist, squat, reach in order to perform tasks on truck components; ability to lift a minimum of 60–150 lbs unassisted; moderate noise level in the work environment.

• Resiliency:
  Quickly recovering from adversity, overcoming setbacks, remaining optimistic.
• Personal Accountability:
  Willing to take ownership, answerable for actions, self‑evaluating, responsible.
• Problem Solving:
  Defining, analyzing and diagnosing key components, prioritizing steps, understanding before solving.
• Continuous Learning:
  Initiating regular learning, acquiring and mastering required knowledge, staying current.
• Time and Priority Management:
  Prioritizing and completing tasks for desired outcomes within time frames.
• Goal Orientation:
  Setting, pursuing and attaining goals, achieving objectives without supervision.
• Creativity and Innovation:
  Creating new approaches, designs, processes, technologies, noticing unique patterns, variables.

• Organized Workplace – Establishing and maintaining order in daily activities.
• Analysis – Compiling, confirming, and organizing information.
• Persistence – Finishing tasks despite challenges.
• Consistency – Predictable performance in repetitive situations.
• Following Policy – Adhering to rules, regulations or existing methods.
• People‑Oriented – Building rapport with a wide range of individuals.
• Customer‑Oriented – Identifying and fulfilling customer expectations.

This is a full‑time position that includes Health Insurance, a 401(k) Retirement Program, Vacation, Employee Assistance Program, a Clean Smoke and Drug Free Environment and other benefits.

This position is with an immediate opening start date and will allow for the proper notice for the existing employer. Submit your resume with confidence that all contacts with us are completely confidential.

Palmer Trucks is a full‑service Kenworth dealership network serving Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky and Illinois with a comprehensive package of products and services. As a family‑owned business with more than a half‑century history of growth and success, Palmer Trucks has grown to a team of more than 600 individuals. With more than 32 million trucks on U.S. highways and interstates at any given time, a paramount need exists to keep the industry moving forward – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

We maintain a commitment to forming authentic and valuable connections through fulfilling the industry’s unique, time‑sensitive needs as a trusted partner. We accomplish this by providing products and services of the highest quality and value – personalized for you.

Because of this philosophy, we develop and nurture long‑term, valuable relationships with our partners. The Palmer Trucks team has the utmost privilege and gratitude of doing business, and these core values are what keep customers returning year‑after‑year, and are what have kept us On the Road Since 1965.

Palmer Trucks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic.