W.W. Williams - Atlanta | Top Shops for Technician Jobs in Atlanta, GA

About Us

W.W. Williams was founded in Columbus, Ohio, in 1912. Today The W.W. Williams Companies has a broad portfolio of businesses located throughout the U.S. and Mexico. Collectively under the long-standing brand, W.W. Williams Companies make up one of the nation’s largest sales and service providers of industrial power products with an extensive network of 41 facilities employing more than 475 service technicians. It offers service and repair, OEM product sales, and supply chain management solutions. Its products and service offerings include diesel engines, transmissions, bumper-to-bumper truck repair, transport refrigeration, power generation systems, and supply chain logistics services.

Photos

Virtual
Tour

Under The Hood

Is the shop heated? Air conditioned?

We have large infrared heaters and fans in the bay areas.

What is the size of the team I’d be working with?

Depending on which department you are in, you could be working with and along side 6-10 techs.

What are the shop hours and what are the shift timeframes?

Our shop hours are currently Monday-Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm.

What tools does the shop provide that are available for all technicians to use?

All heavy duty tools are accessible to techs (i.e. jacks, lifts, special impact wrenches).

What type of break room facility is provided?

We have 3 air conditioned break rooms with their own refrigerator, microwave, filtered water dispenser, ice machine, coffee maker, and plenty of tables with seating. There are soda and snack vending machines in each building.

How many bays does your shop have?

Engine Shop - 20 Transmission Shop - 18

How many repair orders do you average per month?

Engine Shop - 80 Transmission Shop - 150

What is your parts ordering process?

Tech writes up a parts list for the service estimator, back parts counter orders parts, tech picks up parts from the back parts counter.

What is your policy on side work?

Do you offer any skills training or continuing education opportunities?

We encourage continuous education and offer reimbursement for certifications attained.

Can you describe opportunities for career growth at your business?

We have built out a structured Tech Roadmap that outlines growth potential

Can you describe your performance review process?

Quarterly performance reviews are given to all employees.

What type of safety training is required?

We hold monthly safety meetings with a a large range of topics.

Can you describe how Techs work with and mentor younger techs?

We have a structured Mentorship program in place.

How does your shop get involved with the local community?

Do you do anything with local high schools or tech schools to encourage more students to enter the profession?

Where do you see the shop in five years?

Do you have an application form and how long does it typically take to complete?

Yes, candidates can apply online and should only take a maximum of 15 minutes.

Do you phone screen applicants before doing in-person interviews?

Yes.

What do your in-person interviews entail?

In-person interviews usually involve the hiring manager and will be face to face.

Do you perform background checks, drug screening, or personality tests before hiring an applicant?

We perform backgrounds and drug test for all new hires.

Do you perform a skill assessment before hiring an applicant? If yes, what does it entail?

We do administer a mechanical aptitude for some positions and a behavioral analysis post offer.

After an in-person interview, approximately how long should I expect to wait for a rejection or an offer?

We strive to be quick in our decisions, you can expect an offer or rejection quickly after the interview but maximum three days.

Approximately how long does the full hiring process take from submitting the application to the time of the hiring decision?

Two weeks

A Level Technician Pay Range: $62,400 - $79,040/year

Journeyman

B Level Technician Pay Range: $52,000 - $70,720/year

Tech 2 - Tech 1

C Level Technician Pay Range: $43,680 - $56,160/year

Tech 4- Tech 3

D Level Technician Pay Range: $35,360 - $45,760/year

Apprentice / Trainee

Health Insurance Offered: We offer multiple health insurance plans that range from a traditional PPO to HSA qualifying plans. In addition, the Company provides a $500.00 premium offset to our technicians.
Dental Insurance Offered: Delta Dental of Ohio
Vision Insurance Offered: VSP
Retirement Plan Not Offered
Sick Leave Not Offered
Vacation Offered: Competitive paid time off package for all employees
Paid Holidays Offered: We have eight paid company holidays for all employees.
ST / LT Disability Offered: The Hartford offers short term and long term disability that is 100% company paid.
Life Insurance Offered: All employees are eligible to apply for life insurance for themselves and their dependents.
Uniforms Offered: Uniforms are provided to all of our technicians.
Other Offered: Parental Leave, Technician Tool Assistance Program, Company Paid Training, Scholarship Programs, EAP Program, Wellness Incentive Program, Mentorship Program, Employee Referral Payouts.

Shop Talk

Friday, February 3rd is National Wear Red Day-some of our Atlanta branch employees participated in wearing red to bring attention & awareness to cardiovascular disease to help save lives.