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Diesel Technician at Gulf Coast Intermodal Inc.
Job Description
Theodore, Alabama COMPETITIVE PAY $20 - $30/hour (based on experience)
- Health, dental, vision, and life Insurance
- 401(k) with match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Vacation days
- Flexible schedule
- On-the-job training and Volvo-acquired certificates
- Day shift
- Monday through Friday
- 8-hour shift
- No weekends
- Diesel engine repair: 1 year experience (preferred)
- Mechanical knowledge: 3 - 5 years experience (preferred)
- Possess basic mechanic tools
- Prior knowledge of the logistics/transportation industry
- Experience with brakes
- Experience with AC
- Experience with DOT inspections
- Proficient with computer programs, including TMT, Microsoft Office, Excel, and Outlook
- Knowledge of Qualcomm, Peoplenet
- ASE Automotive Excellence is preferred but not required
- Class A CDL preferred but not required
- New Volvo tractors
- Late-model utility trailers
Gulf Coast Intermodal's success is a result of one main ingredient, our service to our customers.
Providing intermodal service between the Port of Mobile and the southeastern United States, GCI is considered a premier intermodal transportation provider. Our customers have learned they can count on us for flawless service, seven days a week. Along with an experienced staff, Gulf Coast operates late-model equipment equipped with satellite tracking. Customers can receive hourly updates on their loads 24 hours a day.
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