Diesel Mechanic - Technician B
About The Position
With direct supervision from a Lead Technician, Maintenance Supervisor, or Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Technician B repairs and maintains diesel and non-diesel equipment and trucks. Work includes chassis components, refuse bodies and control systems, hydraulics, electrical systems, air brakes, general engine work, HVAC components, suspension, drivetrain, and steering systems. The technician may also perform basic tire work, including tire replacement, rotation, and tread-depth checks. This role supports drivers and maintains a single fleet of technically advanced equipment. It includes on-site and road maintenance, identifying malfunctions with electronic tools, line maintenance welding and fabrication, and completing applicable company training. The position offers training in new technologies and equipment, a regular shift, and opportunities for professional growth.
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 Class 1–5 light/medium-duty and Class 7–8 heavy-duty trucks, aircraft, or ships.
- Three to five years of technician-position experience demonstrating knowledge of diagnosis and repair for 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, but not necessarily all, of these systems: suspensions and steering; general engine; transmissions; brakes; electrical; hydraulics; drivetrain; and diesel emissions.
Nice To Haves
- Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications (T1–T8).
- Commercial Driver’s License.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventative 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 safe road service when necessary to return company equipment to operation safely and efficiently.
- Identify sources of malfunctions using electronic tools.
- Complete applicable company training programs.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical benefits coverage.
- Dental plans.
- Vision coverage.
- Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
- Short- and long-term disability.
- Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
- Employee discount programs.
- Retirement plan with a generous company match.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
- Paid Time Off (PTO).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
