Diesel Mechanic

UBLIC SERVICES OF PENNSYLVANIA, LLC•Springettsbury Township, PA

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About The Position

The Maintenance Technician B performs repair and maintenance work on diesel and non-diesel equipment and trucks under the direct supervision of a Lead Technician, Maintenance Supervisor, or Maintenance Manager. Work may involve chassis components, refuse bodies and their control systems, hydraulic and electrical systems, air brakes, general engine work, HVAC, suspension, drivetrain, and steering systems. The role may also include basic tire work such as replacement, rotation, and tread-depth checks. Technicians work on a single fleet with advanced equipment, supporting drivers and maintaining vehicles used on their routes. The position includes on-site and road maintenance, preventive maintenance and repairs, line maintenance welding and fabrication, and diagnosing malfunctions with electronic tools. Technicians complete applicable company training and may perform other related duties as assigned. The job description characterizes the work generally and notes that duties may change at the company’s discretion.

Requirements

Ability to diagnose multi-system issues and consistently demonstrate technical expertise.
Basic understanding of work order labor time standards.
Prior experience with or knowledge of maintenance work on Classes 1–5 light/medium-duty and Class 7–8 heavy-duty trucks, aircraft, or ships.
Three to five years of experience in a technician position demonstrating knowledge of diagnosis and repair of gasoline- and diesel-powered equipment, or graduation from an accredited automotive college or technical school within the next three months.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to perform basic inspections with limited supervision in some heavy-truck or automotive systems, including suspension and steering, general engine, transmissions, brakes, electrical, hydraulics, drivetrain, and diesel emissions.

Nice To Haves

Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications (T1–T8); a plus but not required.
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL); a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive and repair maintenance on vehicle components and systems, on-site and on the road.
Repair and maintain chassis components.
Maintain and repair refuse bodies, including control, hydraulic, and electrical systems, and air and hydraulic braking systems.
Perform light engine repair and maintenance.
Maintain and repair suspension, drivetrain, and steering systems.
Maintain and repair heating and air-conditioning systems.
Perform line maintenance welding and fabrication.
Provide road service safely when necessary to return company equipment to operation safely and efficiently.
Identify sources of malfunctions using a variety of electronic tools.
Complete applicable company training programs.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.
Perform basic tire work, including replacement, rotation, and tread-depth checks.