Journeyman Truck Technician
Western States Cat
- Liberty Lake, WA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Actively cares, promotes, manages, and advocates safety at Western States. As a team member in the organization, it is critical to ensure all employees, vendors and clients have a safe work environment while adhering to all applicable safety policies, procedures and standards.
- Ability to complete Job Hazard Analysis (JHA’s) prior to any job-related tasks according to WSECO’s policy and standards.
- Maintains clean/clutter free personal work areas to ensure safe environment for all WSECO employees.
- Adhering to required personal protective equipment (PPE) as identified in safety policy.
- Possess troubleshooting skills on various engine and truck systems.
- Performs skill level appropriate testing while comparing data to specifications to determine if the system is working as designed.
- Performs repairs and diagnose failures according to WSECO’s time requirement guidelines.
- Performs experience level appropriate tasks independently, including inspections and troubleshooting when scheduled for required preventative maintenance service.
- Ability to independently complete engine preventative maintenance and inspect and repair engine components.
- Ability to independently complete engine overhauls.
- Ability to independently perform drivetrain component repairs.
- Performs preventative maintenance duties on drivetrain including proper additive use and oil sampling. Troubleshooting and repair include but not limited to identifying leaks, replacing seals/hub bearings and races, adjusting/replacing clutches and clutch brakes, removing/inspecting axles, removing/inspecting/repairing drivetrain components and identifying u-joint and yoke series.
- Understands electrical components with the ability to test, repair and replace circuits. Includes but is not limited to Deutsch and Ampseal Connectors, 6/12/24 battery voltage systems and ability to repair/replace varies harness types.
- Ability to inspect and troubleshoot air system components including brake chambers, governors, and compressors.
- Troubleshoot and service HVAC systems to include evacuating, recharging and replacing components when required.
- Understanding of general mechanical/electrical cab functions pertaining to operator interfaces.
- System understanding and replacement of drum brakes, disc brakes and ABS System.
- Performs general tasks in troubleshooting and repair of various frame and suspension systems including shock absorbers, leaf springs, cab airbags, and wheel sensors.
- Participates in continued education and training initiatives as outlined in the Western States Equipment Technician Career Development Plan. (TCDP)
- Able to utilize service manuals (SIS and parts books) to address technical issues and perform all required tasks within technician level abilities, in accordance to printed procedures.
- Familiarity with parts reusability guidelines.
- Ability to write and read complete, factual service reports for files and warranty purposes for timely work order closing.
- Possess skill sets to address all inquiries in a prompt and friendly manner in an effort to meet or exceed internal/external client expectations.
- Performs other duties as assigned with a mindset for technician productivity.
- Basic computer/typing skills.
- Ability to obtain job related certifications for any specialty equipment such as but not limited to forklifts, rigging and overhead cranes, etc.
- Developing knowledge of SIS and STW.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Consistent attendance and timeliness.
- Working within and promoting Western States’ purpose, vision and values.
- Proof of high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
- Associates degree in diesel technology or trade school diploma or equivalent experience required.
- Four-years minimum experience in diagnosis, repair, disassembly, and assembly of on-highway trucks and engines, or related industry.
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record required.
- Must be able to communicate (speak, read, comprehend, write in English).
- Ability to stand for long periods of time along with walking, sitting, repetitive climbing stairs, reaching (including but not limited to above-shoulder reaching), repetitive bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, leaning and twisting.
- Exposure to extreme temperatures and environment.
- Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. in accordance with Western States’ Lifting Policy to include amount and approach.
- Must be able to meet all safety requirements for applicable safety policies.