Automotive Diesel Technician

Pepin Distributing Company•Tampa, FL

6d•$25 - $35

About The Position

The Automotive Diesel Technician diagnoses, repairs, and maintains diesel- and gasoline-powered vehicles and equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation. The position involves diesel engine systems, vehicle electronics, emissions systems, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, preventive maintenance, and computerized diagnostics. Training opportunities are offered, and applicants with basic skills are encouraged to apply. This is a full-time position scheduled Monday through Friday, with hours that may vary depending on the assigned shift. Starting pay is $25–$35 per hour depending on experience, with overtime opportunities. The technician must maintain a Class-A Commercial Driver’s License. The role requires working in tight, low areas while repairing trucks and equipment, using hand and air tools, and occasionally moving items weighing up to 100 pounds. Work may involve indoor and outdoor exposure to a range of weather conditions and temperatures.

Requirements

Experience servicing automotive, light-duty, medium-duty, or diesel-powered fleet vehicles.
Strong diesel diagnostics, electrical troubleshooting, and emissions systems experience.
Strong computer skills, including work order systems, digital inspections, parts lookup software, and Microsoft Outlook.
Microsoft Office experience and ability to communicate electronically.
Ability to work independently, efficiently prioritize repairs, and provide strong customer and fleet service support.
Must have own tools.
Must be able to maintain a Class-A Commercial Driver’s License.
Knowledge of OSHA safety practices and standards, lockout/tagout, arc flash awareness, proper lifting techniques, hazardous material handling, battery safety, PPE requirements, and fire extinguisher use and emergency response procedures.
Ability to work in tight, low areas; adeptly use hand and air tools; and occasionally move up to 100 pounds.
Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments with exposure to high and low temperatures, wind, ice, humidity, rain, fog, and hail.

Nice To Haves

EPA Section 609 Certification.
DOT Inspection Certification.
CDL license; a current Commercial Driver’s License is preferred.
ASE certifications preferred, including A1 Engine Repair, A4 Suspension and Steering, A5 Brakes, A6 Electrical/Electronic Systems, A7 Heating and Air Conditioning, A8 Engine Performance, T2 Diesel Engines, T4 Brakes, T6 Electrical/Electronic Systems, and T8 Preventive Maintenance.

Responsibilities

Inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain gasoline- and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment.
Perform diesel engine diagnostics, repairs, overhauls, and rebuilds.
Troubleshoot and repair fuel, common rail injection, cooling, lubrication, turbocharger, and air intake systems.
Diagnose and repair emissions systems, including DPF, DEF, SCR, EGR, and regeneration-related components.
Use OEM and aftermarket scan tools to diagnose vehicle faults and interpret diagnostic trouble codes.
Read and interpret wiring diagrams, service manuals, electronics schematics, and technical service information.
Diagnose and repair electrical and electronic systems, including sensors, control modules, CAN Bus networks, charging systems, starters, and batteries.
Inspect, repair, and maintain braking, steering, suspension, drivetrain, transmission, and wheel-end components.
Diagnose and repair HVAC and vehicle climate control systems.
Perform preventive maintenance, including oil changes, filter replacements, inspections, fluid analysis, and scheduled service intervals.
Conduct DOT inspections and identify wear before component failure occurs.
Inspect and repair hydraulic systems, including pumps, motors, cylinders, valves, hoses, and fittings, when applicable.
Perform basic welding, fabrication, metal cutting, and minor structural repairs as needed.
Use OEM diagnostic platforms, including Cummins INSITE, Detroit DiagnosticLink, International ServiceMaxx, Volvo Tech Tool, PACCAR DAVIE, and CAT ET.
Complete electronic work orders, digital vehicle inspections, maintenance documentation, and parts research using computerized systems.
Use diagnostic equipment such as OEM scan tools, Snap-on and OTC diagnostic systems, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and specialty test equipment.
Safely operate lifts, hydraulic jacks, hand tools, power tools, torque wrenches, and shop equipment.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment and follow safety procedures and company policies.
Maintain a quality appearance as outlined in the PDC employee handbook.
Attend meetings, seminars, and training scheduled by management.
Perform additional duties when necessary.