Service Technician 3

About Us

David A. Thompson founded TEC Equipment in 1976. During those early days in Portland, Oregon, TEC Equipment was known as Thompson Equipment Company and its business was buying and selling used trucks and trailers.

Today, David is joined by his three sons, David O., Chris, and William. This proud, family-owned business is now one of the largest full-service truck and trailer dealerships in the United States. Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, TEC has over 28 locations, serving customers across Washington, Oregon, California, Nevada, Arizona, and Nebraska.

We feature Mack and Volvo heavy-duty trucks, Hino and Isuzu medium duty trucks, trailers from Stoughton Trailers, BWS, and MAC Trailer, and Cottrell, Kentucky, and Sun Country auto transport trailers. We also sell all makes of used trucks.

Our full-service offerings additionally feature quality parts, state-of-the-art service, collision centers, leasing and rental, financing, and insurance. TEC Equipment locations are authorized service centers for Mack, Volvo, Cummins, Meritor, Allison Transmission, Eaton and Fuller warranties.

Overview

This position is primarily responsible for performing preventative maintenance, diagnosing, and repairing heavy-duty trucks.  We offer in-house advanced-training opportunities - we are one of only three dealer groups in North America that is certified to conduct all Mack/Volvo training up to the master tech certification within our in house Training Centers. We cover travel costs for our technicians to attend training. We also offer a family-oriented work environment.

Sign on bonus of up to $5,000 available for technicians with Hino and/or medium duty truck experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough inspections and diagnostic tests to troubleshoot issues and repair vehicle to proper operating condition
• Perform advanced repairs and replace major components such as radiators, valve adjustments, and turbos
• Rebuild or repair major components such as transmissions, gear plates and block reconditioning
• Perform entire engine overhauls including replacing heads, rods and main bearings
• Troubleshoot and perform complex wiring repairs and diagnose and repair any electronic issues
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance services. Identify worn and damaged parts all parts to include major components, repairing, adjusting, or replacing as needed
• Maintain safe and organized work area
• Ability to be on task to meet shop quality and efficiency standards
• Maintain vehicle records by annotating services and repairs
• Follow all state and federal vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards; follow company policies, procedures, and safety and EPA regulations
• Must use all safety equipment necessary for the job
• Maintain current knowledge of job and technical skills by participating in educational opportunities and reading technical and regulation publications
• Verify vehicle performance by conducting test drives and adjusting controls and systems

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years practical experience in commercial 6 & 8 truck classes
• Must have own hand tools
• Highly proficient in the repair and diagnosis of all aspects of commercial trucks; such as diesel engines, transmissions, clutches, drive shafts & differentials; electrical systems, HVAC systems, hydraulic systems, steering systems, and brakes
• High expertise in troubleshooting using diagnostic software
• OEM Master Tech certifications & Cummins training preferred
• Proficient computer skills to input vehicle maintenance records and utilize diagnostic software
• Ability to meet physical demands of the job (job requires frequent lifting/moving up to 50lbs, climbing, stooping, kneeling, seeing, grasping, hearing, etc.)
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision  
• Ability to maintain predictable and reliable attendance and work in a safe and alert manner
• Valid driver's license and able to meet insurance requirements. CDL license preferred but not required

Benefits

TEC provides our employees and their families with a full menu of health, wellness, and retirement benefits.

New hires are eligible to participate in TEC Equipment’s comprehensive benefits plan the first of the month following your date of hire.

• Choice of two comprehensive medical plan options that include prescription drug coverage
• Choice of two dental plans that cover preventative and diagnostic care, basic and major services, and orthodontia for children
• Vision care, discounted hearing exams, and hearing aids
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution
• Life, accident, and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Education assistance
• Seven paid holidays, vacation accrual of at least 48 hours per year, and paid sick

Statements

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all applicable screenings.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.