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J&R Schugel Trucking, Inc. ยท 2 weeks ago

Truck Technician

J&R Schugel Trucking, Inc. is seeking a Truck Technician responsible for maintaining, diagnosing, repairing, and overhauling company trucks. This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and high-quality workmanship to ensure that all company trucks are in optimal operating condition.

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Responsibilities

Ensures that all company trucks are in a safe and operable condition
Diagnoses mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults using modern diagnostic equipment, telematics systems, and calibration tools
Repairs company trucks (and other company equipment) in a timely fashion to ensure on-time delivery of customer freight
Promotes shop safety and always follows company safety policies and procedures
Conducts preventive maintenance (fluid changes, lubrication, cleaning, inspections, and other routine maintenance tasks)
Diagnoses faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized testing equipment and calibration devices
Examines parts for damage or wear using micrometers, gauges, and other precision tools; replaces as needed
Reads and interprets operating manuals, technical drawings, and schematics
Tests mechanical and electrical systems post-repair to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturer specifications, FMCSR, and DOT regulations
Repairs and maintains brake systems, HVAC systems, transmissions, and other vehicle subassemblies
Performs welding, soldering, and fabrication as required
Properly handles and disposes of hazardous materials in compliance with environmental and regulatory guidelines
Maintains clean and organized workspaces; follows all shop safety policies and procedures
Participates in safety meetings and actively identifies potential hazards for correction
Provides professional, courteous support to drivers with breakdowns or equipment concerns
Collaborates effectively with team members, supervisors, and drivers to maintain workflow and repair schedules
Completes required paperwork, work orders, and logs accurately and on time
Performs other duties as assigned or directed by Supervisor

Qualification

Diesel technician experienceTruck repair knowledgeASE certificationsCDL ClassMechanical diagnosticsAttention to detailTime managementEffective communicationTeam collaboration

Required

High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
Minimum 1 year diesel technician experience required
Demonstrated knowledge of truck repair, including engines, brakes, A/C, and electrical systems
Must have own tools
Strong commitment to safety; follows all company and regulatory safety policies as the highest priority
Ability to read, speak, and understand English
Excellent attention to detail; willing to double-check work before completion
Effective time management and organizational skills
Willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional Saturdays or additional shifts as needed
Demonstrates professionalism and effective communication with team members and drivers
Commitment to ongoing professional development and training

Preferred

ASE, A/C, air brake, and diesel certifications preferred but not required
Participation in ASE certification process encouraged
CDL Class A strongly desired; MnDOT certification preferred, with willingness to obtain if required

Company

J&R Schugel Trucking, Inc.

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J&R Schugel Trucking is a transportation company specializing in dry van and refrigerated services.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Rich Schugel
Co-Founder and CEO
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Jerry Schugel
Co-Founder
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