Diesel Mechanic / Service Technician
Effingham, IL 
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JX Truck Center - Effingham is a subsidiary of JX Enterprises, Inc. We have 25 dealerships in 4 states: Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Wisconsin. As of this posting, the Effingham dealership has approximately 23 employees in all of their departments.

Currently, JX Enterprises, Inc. employs approximately 1,250 people.

Job Overview:

The Service Technician Maintains diesel equipment operation by completing inspections and preventive maintenance requirements; correcting vehicle deficiencies; making adjustments and alignments; keeping records. There are multiple shifts available.

Pay: $22.00 - $30.00/hr. (based on education, experience, # of OEM certifications, skill set, etc.) + UNCAPPED Service Technician Incentive Program

Shift: Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Shift Premium: Any hours worked/work performed Monday - Friday, 5:00 p.m. - 5:59 a.m., and/or any hours worked on weekends (Saturday/Sunday), will be paid a shift differential of 15% of your base wage.

Working Arrangement: On-site (100%)

Hiring Manager: Kristi Stoddard

What's the Manager Like? Kristi is laid back, easy to talk to, and lets employees do their work (without micro-managing).

Interview process: 2-3 interviews (depending on if a recruiter is asked to conduct a phone interview or not).

# of openings: 2

Time Frame to Fill: As soon as we find the right candidate for the job, and someone who fits in with our Effingham team.

Performance Objectives

  • Determines vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts.

  • Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; controlling corrosion; completing winterization procedures.

  • Corrects 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, hydraulics; completes machine shop operations; making adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.

  • Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.

  • Maintains vehicle records by annotating services and repairs.

  • Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.

  • Contains costs by using warranty; evaluating service and parts options.

  • All other duties as assigned

Experience Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • Trade school or college education in a diesel technology program preferred.

  • 2-5 years related work experience preferred.

  • Mechanical knowledge required.

  • Valid Driver's License required; CDL preferred (must be willing to obtain).

  • Dependable and reliable attendance required.

JX Enterprises, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Qualifications

Behaviors
Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Dedicated - Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Team Player - Works well as a member of a group

Motivations
Growth Opportunities - Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
Financial - Inspired to perform well by monetary reimbursement
Ability to Make an Impact - Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Self-Starter - Inspired to perform without outside help

Education
Technical/other training of Diesel Technology (preferred)
High School or GED (required)

Experience
1 years: Diesel Mechanic / Service Technician (preferred)

Licenses & Certifications
DL (required)
CDL (preferred)

Skills
  • Analytical Skills (preferred)
  • Communication Skills (preferred)
  • Time Management (preferred)





  • Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and
    Individual with Disabilities

     

    Job Summary
    Company
    Start Date
    As soon as possible
    Employment Term and Type
    Regular, Full Time
    Required Education
    High School or Equivalent
    Required Experience
    2 to 5 years
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