1st Shift Transportation Technician

Provides safe, effective and efficient preventive and corrective maintenance to all Family Dollar Transportation equipment.

1. Performs all necessary repairs to all systems, sub-systems and components of company trailers.

2. Performs preventive maintenance inspections on company yard trucks.

3. Identifies warranty opportunities and works to maximize Family Dollar claims.

4. Coaches/ Assists Class C Technicians.

5. Performs periodic equipment inspections, inbound equipment inspections and PM follow up work.

6. Assists in maintaining an accurate parts inventory system.

7. Assists in performing other maintenance-related activities, as needed.

8. Follows safety procedures and guidelines.

9. Maintains an organized work area and promotes a safe working environment.

10. Follows all Company policies and procedures.

11. All other duties as assigned.

A competency is a characteristic of a Team Member that contributes to successful job performance and the achievement of company goals and objectives. Organizational Competencies are the behaviors, skills, knowledge, and abilities of Team Members that have a significant impact on Family Dollar’s organizational results.

Customer Focus: Dedicated to providing the highest quality products and services which meet or exceed the needs and requirements of internal and external customers. Understands customers’ expectations and utilizes that knowledge to continuously improve products and services. Makes decisions and takes action with end users in mind. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with internal and external customers and gains their trust and respect.

Results Driven: Takes initiative and engages in work activities that have clearly defined and communicated end results. Prioritizes work appropriately and ensures that the most important tasks are completed expediently. Anticipates barriers to progress and takes appropriate action without waiting for direction. Follows through to ensure that tasks are completed with a sense of urgency. Drives self and others for results, and looks for opportunities to increase effectiveness and reduce costs.

Communication Skills: Shares and expresses thoughts in a clear and effective manner through verbal and written communication skills. Exhibits effective listening skills and interacts positively with others. Is diplomatic, tactful and professional in all communication and resolves conflicts in a cooperative manner. Presents ideas articulately and persuasively in both formal and informal settings.

Problem Solving/Decision Making: Uses sound judgment and common sense to make competent, timely and effective decisions. Gathers and analyzes relevant information and takes appropriate action. Uses knowledge and experience to understand issues and chooses the best course of action. Looks beyond the initial/surface problems to identify root causes. Takes accountability for decisions, actions and results.

Job Knowledge: Understands how businesses work and keeps up with trends affecting current job and the organization as a whole. Demonstrates the skills and expertise needed for success and is thorough, accurate and efficient while performing all job functions. Learn quickly and analyzes successes and failure to enhance job performance.

Relationship Management: Develops effective relationships and works cooperatively as part of a team. Builds rapport easily and relates well to all types of people both inside and outside the organization. Involves others in setting objectives and making decisions.

Willingly shares resources and inform