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Lead Tractor Technician

U.S. Xpress, Inc.

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 8 days ago

    Highlights

    Repair or replace worn and faulty parts by removing assemblies such as engines, transmissions, differentials or steering gear or other small parts; dismantle them and check parts, referring to manuals as necessary. Reassemble, test, clean, and adjust repaired or replaced parts or assemblies; use various instruments to make sure they are working properly and put them back into the vehicle.

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    LocationChattanooga, TN

    Description

    What You'll Do:

    Tests, services, and repairs tractors, trailers, engines, and related mechanical components. Serves as leader to other technicians.

    • Make certain all technicians under their lead are working safely.
    • Test and repair electrical systems such as lighting, instrumentation, ignition, and electronic fuel injection.
    • Disassembles and assembles equipment.
    • Cleans tools and parts.
    • Change tire and wheel assemblies.
    • Discuss problems with other technicians to discover faults, listen to engines, fit and operate special test equipment, and test driver vehicles.
    • Carry out minor body repairs and minor trim repairs.
    • Repair or replace worn and faulty parts by removing assemblies such as engines, transmissions, differentials or steering gear or other small parts; dismantle them and check parts, referring to manuals as necessary.
    • Reassemble, test, clean, and adjust repaired or replaced parts or assemblies; use various instruments to make sure they are working properly and put them back into the vehicle.
    • Tune engines using special electronic equipment and make fine adjustments, e.g. to carburetors for smoother running.
    • Diagnose, repair, and replace engine management/fuel injection components.
    • Inspect vehicles and issue roadworthiness certificates or list the work required before a certificate can be issued.
    • Perform other duties as assigned.

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