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Job Title


Apprentice Tractor Technician


Company : Dayton Freight


Location : Lowell, IN


Created : 2024-10-22


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Overview Pay is $27.15 per hour Available to work any shift. * On-the- job training, ASE Certification not required * Stable and growing organization * Competitive weekly pay * Overtime after 40 hours * Quick advancement * Laundered Uniforms * Professional, positive and people-centered work environment * Modern facilities * Clean, late model equipment * Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, etc. * Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days * 401(k) plan, Company Match Responsibilities Apprentice Tractor Technicians are to perform maintenance services in which the volume and quality of work is within the acceptably measures standards for a Dayton Freight Lines. * Learns to perform basic maintenance and part replacement procedures by observing, assisting and asking questions * Assist senior technicians when asked to do so * Develop skills in the diagnosis and repair of all DFL tractor components * Learn to effectively and efficiently perform PM inspections and services * Perform service calls * Perform other maintenance duties or assignments as necessary * Be a leading participant in the care and upkeep of the shop, the grounds and all equipment and tools * Maintain a clean, safe environment that complies to OSHA and company standards * Proficient in recording all work and labor on a computer in the EMS system * Work with Parts Department to assure that all necessary material, parts, service supplies and shop supplies are maintained at proper quantity levels * Works in compliance to EPA and DOT regulations and Company safety requirements * Continuously improves processes Qualifications * Possess a valid Driver's License * Able to pass a drug screen * Fluent in English * Legally eligible to work in the United States * Must be at least 18 years of age Benefits * On-the- job training, ASE Certification not required * Stable and growing organization * Competitive weekly pay * Quick advancement * Laundered Uniforms * Professional, positive and people-centered work environment * Modern facilities * Clean, late model equipment * Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, etc. * Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days * 401(k) plan, Company Match