Technician B

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RI Maintenance Shop West Warwick, RI, US

At Virginia Transportation, we believe our people are the driving force behind our success. As a leading auto hauling company, we’re committed to building a team of passionate professionals who share our vision of becoming the best in the industry.

Every role at Virginia Transportation is essential to achieving our goals. Whether you’re a seasoned industry veteran or just starting your career, you’ll find opportunities to grow and excel in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

At Virginia Transportation, we believe in taking care of our team. That’s why we offer a comprehensive compensation package designed to support your well-being and financial security. Enjoy competitive wages, paid training, paid time off, company-paid short-term disability, a 401k with company match, company-paid life insurance, free or reduced medical insurance as well as, dental, and vision insurance, and most of all family-like atmosphere.

Join us and become part of a team that’s committed to innovation, excellence, and taking care of one another as we lead the way in redefining the auto hauling industry.

Technician B Maintains diesel equipment operation by completing inspections and preventive maintenance requirements; correcting vehicle deficiencies; making adjustments and alignments; keeping records.

• Perform proficient inspection, diagnosis and moderately complex repair of assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Inspect the quality of outside/supplier repairs and or rebuilds. Assess structural damage and assign needed repairs utilizing the most appropriate method(s).
• Conduct safety checks on trucks.
• Perform maintenance related work as required.
• Maintains a clear line of communication to the Lead Mechanic/Foreman and other staff in the maintenance department.
• Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance.
• Contains costs by using warranty; evaluating service and parts options.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications.
• Occasionally may perform service calls for emergency breakdowns.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate/OSHA Standards and perform all work in accordance with established procedures .

• Class A CDL license is preferred but not required.
• Certified welder is preferred but not required.
• 1+ years’ experience in class 8 tractor truck maintenance and/or equivalent schooling, background of hydraulics a plus.
• Experience with electronic diagnostics.
• Experience with Peterbilt chassis a plus.
• Knowledge of DOT compliance, laws, rules,regulations and safety is helpful.
• Knowledge of transportation management system, a plus.
• Computer literate. Microsoft, Outlook and Excel a plus.
• Attention to detail andpossessa high levelof accuracy.
• Comfortable working in a fast pace environment and ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal skills to develop andmaintainpositive relationships with dispatch team and auto haulers.
• Excellent communication skills both internally and with customers.
• Work may require more than 40 hours per week.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable…