Heavy Truck Mechanic

Position Summary

Veit is seeking a heavy duty truck mechanic to complete repairs and preventive maintenance on heavy duty trucks, garbage compactors, trailers, etc. at Veit located in New Berlin, WI.

• Performs preventative maintenance to truck and trailers.
• Diagnoses engine mechanical and fuel systems issues on trucks including engines, drive train components, hydraulic systems, air, and electric systems.
• Utilizes computer systems to diagnose issues with electronic engines on trucks.
• Utilizes tools for repair and maintenance of hydraulic systems.
• Repairs 12-volt D.C. electrical systems on trucks.
• Fabricates and repairs equipment using steel and aluminum welding equipment.
• Maintains a clean and safe shop environment.
• Keeps supervisor informed of known actions, written or verbal, which may affect the ability to successfully perform assignments or adversely affect Company operations.
• Other projects or duties as assigned by management.

• Valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL), or ability to obtain within 1 year.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of heavy-duty truck components.
• Ability to adhere to all safety rules, policies, and regulations, and to maintain a safe work environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines with changing priorities and situations.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with coworkers and management, verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to read and comprehend written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently at times, assuring repair decisions are made utilizing appropriate experience and tasks are completed in a timely manner.

• Vocational or technical training/certification preferred. Vocational students encouraged to apply.
• Experience using diagnostic software is a plus.
• Welding experience is a plus.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Tools are/are not provided.

The base salary range may vary depending on geographic location, applicant skills, and prior relevant experience. We offer our full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans; life insurance; disability coverage; retirement plans with matching contributions; and generous paid time off. Additionally, we provide profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, and an employee assistance program.

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to sit, stand, walk, bend knees, stretch arms, stoop, kneel, talk and hear, and frequently lifts and/or moves up to 75 pounds. The employee may also need to work in various physical positions while working on equipment.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employees may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Employees frequently work alone and with others, and are exposed to moving machinery, odors, dust, loud noises, and variable weather, including rain, snow, wind, cold, and heat, most often in a typical shop environment.

VEIT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, INCLUDING VET/DISABILITY.