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Diesel Technician, Trailer Technician, and Hydraulic Technician Positions

Blaine Brothers is a Minnesota-based, third-generation family-owned business with locations across the Twin Cities and greater Minnesota. We are actively hiring Diesel Technicians, Trailer Technicians, and Hydraulic Technicians at the following locations:

• Blaine, MN
• Columbus, MN
• Inver Grove Heights, MN
• Fridley, MN

Whether you specialize in diesel engines, trailers, or hydraulic systems, we want to hear from you. We are looking for people with mechanical aptitude, a strong work ethic, and the drive to be part of a team that takes pride in everything we do. Awarded Star Tribune's Top Workplaces 6 years in a row. We like to work hard, play hard, and take pride in everything we do!

Schedule:

Multiple shifts available —2nd shift and 3rd shift opportunities at various locations. 10% Pay Differential on 2nd and 3rd Shift!

Benefits:
Industry leading pay and benefits, paid weekly, overtime opportunities, vacation rollover, $50,000 life insurance policy gifted to all FT employees, 401k with a company match, career advancement programs, awesome company events, HUGE tech referral bonuses, monthly tech incentive bonus, plus a $5,000 sign-on bonus, and 10% Pay Differential on 3rd Shift!

Wage: $25/hr-40/hr + (Competitive pay based on skillset and experience)

• Perform repairs on diesel trucks
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, disassemble vehicles and examine parts for defects and excessive wear
• Correct vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems such as power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, and hydraulics; complete machine shop operations; make adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units
• Inspect the overall condition of trucks to ensure they meet U.S. Department of Transportation safety requirements
• Compile inspection reports detailing findings
• Track all parts and materials used in repairs or replacements
• Ensure the final work product meets quality standards
• Maintain a safe and clean work area for customers and co-workers

• Determine vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identify worn and damaged parts
• Perform repair and customization work including routine maintenance, brake replacement/repair, suspension repair, electrical and pneumatic and hydraulic component troubleshooting and repair, trailer body repair including complete trailer rebuild
• Provide after-sale services such as component installation
• Track all parts and materials used in repairs or replacements
• Ensure the final work product meets quality standards
• Maintain a safe and clean work area for customers and co-workers

• Install new hydraulic systems on heavy-duty trucks (wet kits)
• Troubleshoot hydraulic systems on trucks and other mobile equipment
• Perform service calls to troubleshoot systems or perform testing
• Disassemble hydraulic components (pumps, motors, valves, and cylinders) to identify the cause of failure; replace defective parts, reassemble, and test
• Assemble hydraulic power units from drawings and schematics
• Fabricate frames and brackets; perform general work with structural steel including welding and use of plasma torch, band saws, hand tools, tube bending equipment, and general shop tools
• Track all parts and materials used in repairs or replacements
• Ensure the final work product meets quality standards
• Maintain a safe and clean work area for customers and co-workers
• Must be willing to float to where shop demand is and work as a team player

We'd love to have you on our team. The ideal candidate would have the following skills:

• Great work ethic
• Willingness to jump in and help out where needed
• Technical aptitude; basic electrical diagnostic/troubleshooting experience a plus
• Welding experience a plus
• Basic tool set and tool box to start (assistance programs available)
• Ability to lift 50–100 lbs. occasionally and 10–50 lbs. frequently
• Good…