Road Service Technician - Tidewater Express Inc

Job Description: Under the supervision of the wrecker division Operations Manager, this full-time position will be  responsible for roadside diagnosing and repairing heavy duty diesel vehicles or other equipment. This highly motivated,  self-sufficient mechanic is expected to be a “walking example” of the organized professional operation that TEI strives to  be. This individual will be assigned a work truck stocked with parts and heavy repair machinery. Personal hand tools  should be provided by the applicant/future employee. 

Requirements: 

Must have at least 3 years’ experience as a medium/heavy duty truck or school bus mechanic 

Must demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of preventative maintenance programs 

Must have excellent customer etiquette and communication skills 

Have the ability and desire to form a close working relationship with other team members 

Possess and use own hand tools 

Must have, and keep current, a USA issued driver's license with a clean MVR 

Maintain and/or repair all mechanical, electrical, and electronic components on a wide variety of commercial vehicles and  equipment within time limits as outlined in standard labor guidelines 

Clean, manage, and maintain tools and vehicle assigned 

Perform duties during regular working hours and when circumstances arise, additional duty time required to complete a  dispatched call or task requested by management 

Must be capable of frequent walking, standing, kneeling, stooping, heavy lifting, and carrying at least 50 pounds Must be willing and able to work outside and inside on slippery or uneven surfaces and ladders 

Be comfortable with exposure with exposure to hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals, materials, and welding  sparks 

Assists service advisors and management by advising the most economical yet effective repair of customer or company  equipment 

Responsible for competent completion of daily maintenance and major repairs that are assigned Support administrative policies and assigned duties 

Pass pre-employment drug screening 

Benefits: 

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance coverage 

Medical insurance paid 100% by TEI at 5 year work anniversary 

Life insurance policy 

Legal and other supplemental coverage 

Simple IRA with TEI matching contribution 

PTO, Holiday, and Bereavement pay