Diesel Mechanic - Mobile

The Halter Group•Bowling Green, KY

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Halter Group is seeking a full-time Mobile Diesel Mechanic who is responsible, self-motivated and managed, hardworking, and reliable to join their team. This position reports directly to the Fleet Services Manager. A clear, valid driver's license is required and a CDL A or B is preferred. This position will service the greater KY, TN, GA areas. Travel is required. The company is willing to invest in staff by assisting with obtaining a CDL B license if the employee is willing to invest in their growth by preparing and meeting timely goals to obtain the CDL B permit and perform the assignments to satisfy the DOT requirements for CDL B. Diesel mechanics complete inspections, maintenance, and repairs on trucks, trailers, forklifts, pickups, and other heavy-duty vehicles. As technicians for an ever-growing and expanding company, this position requires mobility and travel to provide necessary preventative maintenance and services to the fleet.

Requirements

Diesel automotive repair – diagnose, repair, overhaul large equipment while on the job.
Ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical problems is critical.
Excellent oral and written skills are necessary for reading technical manuals, writing reports, and providing support to the crews in the field.
High level of customer service focusing on maintenance communication, providing preventative maintenance training to the field staff.
Physical requirements, such as lifting over 50 pounds, bending, twisting, squatting, fine motor skills, working in the heat and cold (non-climate controlled) setting.
Must be Authorized to work in the United States.
High school diploma required, with a minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in automotive/diesel services.
Must be able to perform duties on shifts throughout a standard 8- or 10-hour day.
Must be available for emergency callout including holidays and weekends or work call outs.
Must pass pre-employment screening (Substance screening and background check9, Motor Vehicle Record Check (MVR) and/or DOT Compliance screenings.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
English is required.

Nice To Haves

CDL A or B is preferred.
Associates degree or certification in diesel technology is preferred.
Bilingual in Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities

Service, inspect, repair, and track important systems and components such as diesel engines, transmissions, brake systems, electrical systems, cooling systems, steering systems, and hydraulic systems. (Altec, Terex, Freightliner. Cummins, Allision)
Conduct routine maintenance on heavy-duty diesel engines, tractors, tree service equipment and standard equipment.
Maintain all safety aspects of the job and ensure their mechanics are compliant with established safety protocol.
Consult with field employees, read work orders, and determine the work required before beginning repairs.
Maintaining proper service records on work completed, including the use of a fleet maintenance software program.
Utilize diagnostic equipment to improve engine efficiency and diagnose mechanical problems and be able to process critical thinking skills to troubleshoot the problem and derive at a solution.
Able to maintain and navigate systems of records receipt and invoice management to facilitate accurate and timely expense reporting.
Perform various other duties as assigned.