Diesel Mechanic - All Levels

Master's Transportation•Ozark, MO

About The Position

The Automotive Technician is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, diagnosing, repairing, and upfitting automobiles, vans, buses, and fleet vehicles. Responsibilities are assigned according to skill level, experience, certifications, and demonstrated competency. The position supports safe, reliable, and compliant vehicle operation while maintaining high standards of workmanship, productivity, and customer service. Technicians progress through entry, intermediate, and senior levels. Entry-level technicians perform routine maintenance and basic repairs while building diagnostic and technical skills with guidance. Intermediate technicians handle preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and moderate repairs with minimal supervision. Senior technicians perform advanced diagnostics, complex repairs, and fleet service work and provide technical guidance to lower-level technicians. This is a full-time, non-exempt position reporting to the Service Manager. Work schedules and locations vary. It is safety-sensitive because the work involves maintaining, inspecting, repairing, and testing vehicles and equipment essential to safe operation. Employees may be subject to drug and alcohol testing under company policy and applicable law.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Technician I: 0–2 years of mechanical experience preferred.
Technician II: 2–5 years of automotive repair experience and ability to perform repairs independently.
Technician II: Possession of most tools required for assigned job duties.
Technician III: Seven or more years of automotive technician experience.
Technician III: Advanced diagnostic and repair proficiency.
Technician III: Possession of most tools necessary to perform assigned work.
Technical aptitude, diagnostic skills, problem solving, time management, and attention to detail.
Customer service, communication, computer and tablet proficiency, sense of urgency, innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning.

Nice To Haves

ASE Certifications.
DOT Inspection Certification.
MVI License.
EPA 609/A/C Certification.
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or ability to obtain one within six months.
Experience with diesel engines, buses, vans, and fleet vehicles.

Responsibilities

Inspect, diagnose, maintain, and repair vehicles and equipment, including automobiles, vans, buses, and fleet vehicles.
Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and vehicle system tests.
Use diagnostic tools and computerized equipment to identify and resolve vehicle issues.
Complete repair orders, work orders, repair findings, and supporting documentation accurately.
Perform vehicle upfitting and modifications as applicable to skill level.
Comply with company policies, procedures, safety requirements, and applicable company, DOT, and safety standards.
Maintain productivity and quality standards and keep work areas clean, organized, and safe.
Participate in ongoing technical training and development.
Record hours worked accurately using company systems.
At entry level, perform routine maintenance and basic repairs, follow checklists, assist higher-level technicians, and perform vehicle transport and portering duties as needed.
At intermediate level, diagnose and repair steering, suspension, braking, HVAC, drivability, and diesel maintenance concerns; document inspection recommendations; and assist with training Technician I employees.
At senior level, perform advanced electrical, drivability, computer-controlled, diesel, engine, transmission, HVAC, heavy-line, suspension, braking, alignment, welding, exhaust, and upfitting work; troubleshoot complex concerns; and provide technical guidance to lower-level technicians.