Western Express

Inspection Technician

Western Express  •  United States (Onsite)  •  11 hours ago
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Job Description

Western offers competitive pay, benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, and a fun, family-oriented culture. The Western Express campus is a state-of-the-art facility rebuilt in 2020, with three on site gyms, guided fitness classes, and a cafeteria. We are proud to be a culture that promotes from within and has infinite growth potential. One of our core values is to be hardworking, and we reward those individuals with opportunity and incentive.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Inspect commercial truck tires to identify maintenance and replacement needs in accordance with company and DOT standards.
  • Perform tire repairs, replacements, and related service while following company procedures and industry best practices.
  • Conduct inspections using the company's tire management program and accurately document findings.
  • Identify DOT compliance issues and communicate repair recommendations to the shop or approved service providers.
  • Enter detailed inspection and repair information into company computer systems.
  • Follow all Tire Industry Association (TIA) safety standards and company safety procedures.
  • Deliver outstanding customer service while working with drivers to resolve tire-related concerns efficiently.
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement and communicate recommendations to management.
  • Share best practices and contribute to a collaborative, professional team environment.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Valid driver's license required.
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Previous tire service, mechanical, or commercial vehicle maintenance experience preferred.
  • Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and Windows applications.
  • Bilingual skills are a plus.
  • Minimum of one year of stable work history or education.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
  • Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
  • Ability to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crawl, lift, and work underneath commercial equipment.
  • Ability to safely perform physically demanding tasks throughout the workday.

Preferred Skills:

  • Strong work ethic with the ability to work independently and manage responsibilities effectively.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Strong communication and customer service abilities.
  • Ability to read, understand, and follow technical procedures, safety guidelines, and company policies.
  • High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
  • Dedication to maintaining a safe work environment and following all safety regulations.

Western Express, Inc. is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act or other similar state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Western. Please inform the company's personnel representative if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.

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I understand, where permissible under applicable federal, state, and local law, I may be subject to a pre-employment drug test after receiving a conditional offer of employment. Upon employment, employees may be required to have their picture taken.

Due to the collaborative nature of the work environment, the spontaneous need for idea generation and execution, and the potential for expedited remediations, responses, or information gathering, in-person, in-office attendance is an essential function of this position.

Western Express

About Western Express

Western Express, Inc. is an asset-based truckload carrier headquartered in Nashville, TN with terminals and facilities throughout the United States. Our company was founded in 1991 by Wayne and Donna Wise. After the passing of Wayne Wise in 2010, the future of the company was placed in the hands of the existing management team. In 2019, Western Express was able to provide the opportunity for the Wise family to redeem most of their shares. They will maintain a minority shareholder position. The current management team now owns the majority interest.

Western Express has grown to become a large tier industry truckload carrier running one of the newest fleets in the industry. Our fleet of over 2800 power units and over 6500 trailers are 100% GPS trackable. We are a service focused company.

The following Corporate Core Values were adopted in 2019:

Be Driver Friendly

Be Safe

Think Big

Do More with Less

Have Fun

Expect Excellence

Stay Fit

Take Care of Each Other

Be Humble, Hungry, & Hardworking

Serving the needs of our customers by providing innovative transportation solutions that exceed their needs, while maintaining a profitable business and providing an environment to allow professional and personal growth for our associates are our goals.

We strive to do all within our power to keep our associates, our customers, and the public safe. Our company is fully EDI capable and offers web-based viewing of invoice and proof of delivery documentation. We utilize our resources to invest in our community. And, we like to have fun!

Industry
Transportation & Logistics
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Nashville
Year Founded
1990
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