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West Michigan International is family-owned and care about each and every employee and their families. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the community where we live by annually holding charity campaigns and giving back.

West Michigan International is family-owned and care about each and every employee and their families.  We pride ourselves on our commitment to the community where we live by annually holding charity campaigns and giving back.

K&R started out with two men buying, rebuilding and then reselling wrecked vehicles (one at a time) to growing to five locations in western Michigan, over 200 employees and a full array of products and services. K&R Truck Sales and West Michigan International are full-service truck locations offering quality products, unsurpassed service and the best in customer service. K&R Truck Sales and West Michigan International are authorized dealers for International Truck and Mitsubishi Fuso.

We offer class 3-8 straight trucks and tractors with flexible financing solutions. We can service and maintain all makes of vehicles from quick lubes to complete power train and engine rebuilds. We have three body shops with paint booths, complete tractor and trailer alignment and frame straightening. Our parts department carries an extensive inventory of all makes new and used parts. We offer full service leasing, rentals and dedicated maintenance programs through Idealease. Emergency break down, towing and wrecker service is available 24-hours a day and 7 days a week.

Why WMI?

  • Highly productive shop
  • Career advancement opportunities, promote from within
  • ASE and state certification reimbursement and all training expenses paid to further your career
  • Continued education, manufacturer hands-on and web-based training
  • Clean and professional work environment
  • Competitive wages

Featured Careers

The Ideal candidate for this position has 1-2+ years of experience in mechanical repair of trucks (highly preferred) or automotive repair. They are easy-going, willing to learn, and not afraid to get their hands dirty.

Pay: $20-$32 hourly. You willl also have an opportunity for a pay bump after 90 days, depending on performance. You will be eligible for a monthly bonus from $50-$500 depending on the shop's gross profit.

Shifts: 1st Shift (7am-3:30pm) & 2nd (1:30pm-10pm)

"Must Have" Skills include:

  • Engine, Transmission or Electrical specialization
  • 2 years minimum experience
  • Must obtain and maintain State of Michigan HDT repair certifications

"Nice to Have Skills" include:

  • State certifications in heavy truck repair, Navistar training

Your day-to-day life would look like:

  • Provide technical expertise and guidance to all levels of technicians
  • Sign off on work of other technicians
  • Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair: brake, air systems, electrical, HVAC, drive train and transmission, engine and exhaust, suspension and steering issues
  • Engage with external manufacturers and warranty contacts to maximize reimbursement of services
  • Receive annual training from Navistar & Cummins

Please complete this form to be considered for a career at West Michigan International.

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