Posted 1mo ago

Shop Technician

@ United Petroleum Transports
El Paso, Texas, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:promoting safety, preparing repairs, communicating requirements
Requirements Summary:High School education; ASE Brake certification preferred; ability to manage multiple projects; DOT regulatory knowledge; basic mechanical skills.
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Job Description

Essential Job Functions:




  • Promote safety in all actions.

  • Prepare repair orders as per company policy

  • Work effectively and safely within the shop area and when making a road call without supervision.

  • Complete records in a timely manner in compliance with company rules and requirements.

  • Comply with and continually update knowledge of all DOT regulations, federal, state, local and company standards and requirements regarding:

    • Personal safety when performing maintenance operations on tractor and/or trailers

    • Maintaining an environment of cleanliness and safety within the shop

    • Disposal of all waste products, both hazardous and non-hazardous.



  • Communicate with Maintenance Supervisor as required.





Additional Responsibilities:




  • Carries out duties assigned by Maintenance Supervisor or CSC Manager as required.





Minimum Qualifications for Consideration:




  • High School Education or equivalent





Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:




  • Should possess or be willing to obtain ASE Brake certification within the first 180 days of employment

  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects




  • Self-starter with detail oriented work habits

  • Meet qualification requirement as stipulated in Section 396.19 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations as required to perform vehicle inspections

  • Meet qualification requirements as stipulated in Section 396.25 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations as required to perform brake maintenance/repairs.

  • Ability to safely operate tractor/trailer unit within terminal premises.

  • Technical knowledge as required to:

    • Insure proper treatment of various required components that include, but are not limited to: air compressors, fuel pumps, hubs, wheel, and springs: any of which may exceed 100lbs in weight.

    • Perform inspections on specification cargo tanks if facility is a DOT Registered Inspector.

    • Inspect, repair, or replace domes, valves, vents, or other equipment as necessary within safety, regulatory and company standards.



  • Display professional demeanor

  • Good interpersonal skills; able to work well with wide range of individuals

  • Demonstrate dependability through good attendance and adherence to timelines and schedules

  • Basic mechanics skills

  • Through knowledge of DOT regulations, federal, state, local and company regulations and standards.

  • Knowledge of basic company employment policies and procedures





Physical Requirements:




  • Ability to stand for extended periods of time on a concrete floor; repeatedly reach above shoulder level an unlimited numbers of times daily, walk, bend, reach, push, pull, stoop, kneel, squat, finger dexterity, feeling, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual activity

  • Occasional lifting (up to 100 pounds)





Working Conditions:




  • Normal Shop environment (concrete floors)

  • Work on sometimes uneven and/or slippery surfaces