Diesel Technician at Kenan Advantage Group
Job Description
Diesel Mechanics are required to safely and accurately perform general property and vehicle maintenance & repair duties in and around the shop operations in a fast-paced environment.
Salary
- $21.00-36.11 per hour
- Guaranteed increases with completion of training programs and verified prior experience
- 401K + Match
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Paid holidays and vacations
- $100 annual boot allowance, paid in quarterly installments
- $250 Semi-Annual Tool Allowance after one year of service (up to $500 Annually)
- Extensive onsite paid training
- Growth opportunities
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, a 401K with company match, life insurance, short and long term disability, accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity insurance.
Requirements
- Valid Driver's License
- Air Brake Certification (FMSCR 396.25) or 1+ year of verifiable experience and the ability to obtain
- Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning Repair (EPA 609) or the ability to obtain
- Commercial Motor Vehicle Inspector 3 years experience or 1 year experience and ability to obtain
- Diesel Mechanics are required to safely and accurately perform general property and vehicle maintenance & repair duties in and around the shop operations in a fast-paced environment.
- 1 - 5 years of experience in heavy-duty vehicle maintenance/repair
- Preventative maintenance and repair of Class 5 - 8 commercial vehicles and tank trailer inspection
- Ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs
- Promote positive work habits including effective and timely communication, teamwork and respect for co-workers.
- Provide constructive guidance to other employees and representatives of third parties.
- Contribute to providing the highest quality of products and services to customers.
KAG is North America's largest tank truck transporter and logistics provider, delivering energy commodities, specialty products, merchant gases and food products across the United States, Canada and Mexico.
At KAG, it's our people who make it possible to achieve our company goal as One Team Driven to Make a Difference! With expert knowledge, supportive leadership, and a strong belief in our company culture, our team exemplifies the passion, pride, and entrepreneurial spirit that help us reach our goals every day.
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