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Under The Hood
Is the shop heated? Air conditioned?
Our shop is heated for those cold winter days. While it might not be air conditioned, the open bays create a nice flow through breeze.
What is the size of the team I’d be working with?
Our shop has about 20-25 technicians.
What are the shop hours and what are the shift timeframes?
Our shop is open Monday-Friday 6am to midnight. and Weekends from 6am to 6pm
What tools does the shop provide that are available for all technicians to use?
All specialty or specific tools are provided by the company.
What type of break room facility is provided?
We offer a full breakroom with tables, fridges, and microwave.
How many bays does your shop have?
3 tractor bays, 3 trailer bays, 2 cleaning and tires bay.
How many repair orders do you average per month?
700 - 800 between truck and trailer orders
What is your parts ordering process?
Our service manager can help you get any parts you may need
What is your policy on side work?
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Do you offer any skills training or continuing education opportunities?
Our team members will get periodic training from industry leading manufacturers in house.
Can you describe opportunities for career growth at your business?
All management in the Shop were once techs here. WEL companies Director of Maintenance was also once a shop tech. We encourage growth within the company.
Can you describe your performance review process?
Everyone does a Self Evaluation that is submitted to our management who will go over it with you during our annual performance reviews.
What type of safety training is required?
No prior safety training is required.
Can you describe how Techs work with and mentor younger techs?
Whenever someone new is hired they will automatically be put with an experienced tech to work with for at least a few days to establish the ways we like to do things here. Everyone will learn our computer system. We will not let anyone Fail. If you feel like you need more training you will work with all the other techs till you are comfortable with working by yourself.
How does your shop get involved with the local community?
As a group we do not work with the community, but individually we have many people that are involved in many community service organizations.
Do you do anything with local high schools or tech schools to encourage more students to enter the profession?
We currently work with a local school program called Ahnapee Diesel, it will be the first diesel-only program at the high school level in the state of Wisconsin
Where do you see the shop in five years?
We are in talks with local builders for an Expansion, including 2 quick inspection bays, 7 tractor stalls and a 3000 sqft parts room.
Do you have an application form and how long does it typically take to complete?
All hiring is done online with our HR department. To apply please visit, https://www.welcompanies.com/non-driver-careers/current-non-driver-positions/ The application takes about 10 Mins to complete
Do you phone screen applicants before doing in-person interviews?
Yes our HR department will call you when you apply.
What do your in-person interviews entail?
You Will meet with our Director of Maintenance where we will go over what we offer and learn a little more about you. then you will go on a tour of our facility.
Do you perform background checks, drug screening, or personality tests before hiring an applicant?
A Functionality and drug test.
Do you perform a skill assessment before hiring an applicant? If yes, what does it entail?
No
After an in-person interview, approximately how long should I expect to wait for a rejection or an offer?
One business day
Approximately how long does the full hiring process take from submitting the application to the time of the hiring decision?
1-2 weeks.
A Level Technician
A Level Technicians are highly skilled technicians that have strengths in their diagnostic and mechanical ability. This level of technician typically has many years of experience and education. We view an A Level Technician as the highest skilled technician in a shop
Pay Range: $25 - $35/hour
We are always looking to have great individuals come work for us. It does not matter if you have 30 years of experience or fresh out of tech, we will work with everyone to have an enjoyable work experience with our friendly family environment. For the most recent job opportunities please visit us at https://www.welcompanies.com/non-driver-careers/current-non-driver-positions/
B Level Technician
B Level Technicians are skilled in mechanical repair and, while not their specialty, have some diagnostic skills. B Level Technicians generally have a fair amount of experience and can be trusted to handle most repairs.
Pay Range: $20 - $25/hour
We are always looking to have great individuals come work for us. It does not matter if you have 30 years of experience or fresh out of tech, we will work with everyone to have an enjoyable work experience with our friendly family environment. For the most recent job opportunities please visit us at https://www.welcompanies.com/non-driver-careers/current-non-driver-positions/
C Level Technician
C Level Technicians are more of entry level technicians. C Level Technicians’ responsibilities typically include basic maintenance, alignments, brake and suspension work, along with other base level repairs.
Pay Range: $18 - $20/hour
We are always looking to have great individuals come work for us. It does not matter if you have 30 years of experience or fresh out of tech, we will work with everyone to have an enjoyable work experience with our friendly family environment. For the most recent job opportunities please visit us at https://www.welcompanies.com/non-driver-careers/current-non-driver-positions/
A Level Trailer Technician
Pay Range: $25 - $35/hour
Refer experience a plus. We are always looking to have great individuals come work for us. It does not matter if you have 30 years of experience or fresh out of tech, we will work with everyone to have an enjoyable work experience with our friendly family environment. For the most recent job opportunities please visit us at https://www.welcompanies.com/non-driver-careers/current-non-driver-positions/
B Level Trailer Technician
Pay Range: $20 - $25/hour
We are always looking to have great individuals come work for us. It does not matter if you have 30 years of experience or fresh out of tech, we will work with everyone to have an enjoyable work experience with our friendly family environment. For the most recent job opportunities please visit us at https://www.welcompanies.com/non-driver-careers/current-non-driver-positions/
- Health Insurance Offered
- UMR is our main provider and health insurance is effective after 90 days of employment.
- Dental Insurance Offered
- We utilize Sun Life as our dental broker. In doing so, we are able to provide coverage through a wide variety of providers.
- Vision Insurance Offered
- Vision insurance is offered to all full time employees with nationwide coverage, along with an safety glass reimbursement program!
- Retirement Plan Offered
- We offer both a tradition 401K as well as Roth option to best suit your needs. Plus there is a company match!
- Sick Leave Offered
- Wellness is important to us which is why we offer WELness days for all of our full time employees. These can be used as sick days, or for prescheduled appointments for you or any dependents.
- Vacation Offered
- Vacation accrual starts on day 1! You'll earn 10 days of PTO after your first year.
- Paid Holidays Offered
- We offer 6 paid holidays. New Years day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day so you can spend this time with your loved ones.
- ST / LT Disability Offered
- Short term and Long term disability is offered through our insurance partner, Sun Life.
- Life Insurance Offered
- Just for being a WEL Companies employee, you will receive automatic life insurance coverage up to $20,000! You can increase this amount if you would like when selecting your benefits.
- Uniforms Offered
- Uniforms are provided by the company.
- Other Offered
- We offer an onsite health clinic, onsite chiropractic services, onsite fitness center with personal fitness coach. These are all free services provided to you as an employee! We also offer reimbursement programs for safety glasses, hard toe boots, and to help you build or bulk out your own tool kit.
