Job Overview
Kalida Truck Equipment is hiring experienced, dependable technicians to install, diagnose, service, and repair commercial truck equipment.
This is an excellent opportunity for an automotive technician, diesel mechanic, equipment mechanic, welder/fabricator, or mechanically skilled tradesperson who wants steady, hands-on work without doing the same repair every day.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment with opportunities for growth, this is your chance to make a real impact!
PAY & SCHEDULE
- Above industry average pay, based on experience and demonstrated ability
- Full-time, year-round position
- Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pm
- Overtime availability and working hour exceptions
- $2,500 new-hire retention bonus after completing one full year of employment*
- Location: Kalida, Ohio
WHY JOIN KALIDA TRUCK EQUIPMENT?
For more than 50 years, Kalida Truck Equipment has built and serviced work trucks that municipalities, contractors, landscapers, utilities, and other hardworking customers depend on.
At KTE, technicians work on complete truck-equipment systems—not just repetitive maintenance or one type of repair. Our projects may include dump bodies, snowplows, salt spreaders, service bodies, hydraulic systems, lighting, controls, hitches, truck accessories, and custom fabrication.
We offer:
- Competitive hourly compensation based on experience
- Consistent, year-round work
- Extremely competitive health insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation, holidays and personal time
- Company-provided uniforms
- New 19,000 sq. ft. shop with heated floors and cleaned weekly
- Tool allowance or company-provided specialty tools
- Paid manufacturer and product training
- Opportunities to advance as the company grows
- A stable, family-owned work environment
- The satisfaction of building complete trucks and seeing the finished product leave the shop
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Install dump bodies, service bodies, flatbeds, snowplows, spreaders, hitches, lighting, controls and other commercial truck equipment
- Install, route, connect and troubleshoot 12-volt/24-volt electrical systems
- Assemble, install and diagnose hydraulic pumps, valves, cylinders, hoses and related components
- Perform mechanical assembly, drilling, measuring, cutting and equipment mounting
- Read installation instructions, wiring diagrams, hydraulic schematics and work orders
- Diagnose equipment problems and complete repairs efficiently
- Perform welding and fabrication when qualified
- Test completed equipment to verify proper operation and safe installation
- Accurately document work performed, parts used and job progress
- Maintain an organized, safe and productive work area
- Work with other technicians, parts personnel and supervisors to complete trucks on schedule
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must:
- Have at least 1 year of professional mechanical, automotive, diesel, equipment, electrical, hydraulic, welding or related trades experience—or relevant vocational training
- Demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude and safe use of hand and power tools
- Be able to accurately measure, drill, fasten and assemble mechanical components
- Be dependable, punctual and able to complete assigned work without constant supervision
- Own their own tools or be willing to invest in a tool set
- Possess a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Be able to safely lift and handle components weighing up to 50 pounds
- Be legally authorized to work in the United States
- Be willing to complete KTE’s normal pre-employment requirements
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
Experience in any of the following is valuable but not required in every category:
- Automotive or diesel repair
- Commercial trucks or heavy equipment
- Hydraulic installation and troubleshooting
- 12-volt/24-volt electrical systems and diagnostic testing
- MIG welding and metal fabrication
- Snow and ice equipment
- Dump bodies, service bodies, flatbeds or truck accessories
- Reading electrical or hydraulic schematics
- Vocational-school, ASE or manufacturer training
WHO SUCCEEDS AT KTE?
Our strongest technicians are people who:
- Take pride in doing clean, professional work
- Show up consistently and are ready to work
- Think through problems instead of guessing
- Pay attention to measurements, wiring, routing and finish quality
- Take responsibility for their work
- Are willing to learn unfamiliar equipment and systems
- Help teammates when needed
- Care about completing trucks correctly and safely
HOW TO APPLY
Submit your application and answer the screening questions completely. Applicants whose experience aligns with the position may be contacted for a brief phone interview followed by an in-person interview and practical skills assessment.
Kalida Truck Equipment is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience, demonstrated ability and business needs.
*The $2,500 retention bonus is paid if employee already knows an existing employee, and after the employee completes 12 consecutive months of employment and remains actively employed and in good standing. The bonus is subject to normal payroll withholding and applicable program terms.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Application Question(s):
- Do you own your own tools and toolbox that you could bring to work and leave in your work area to use daily?
Experience:
- automotive technician: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
Ability to Commute:
- Kalida, OH 45853 (Required)
Work Location: In person
