Diesel Technician (Diesel Mechanic) 2

Dobbs Peterbilt•Liberty Lake, WA

48d

About The Position

The Dobbs Truck Group is a growth company that successfully expands our operations and customer base through a high-quality team of employees. Dobbs Truck Group operates 25 commercial truck dealerships through two operating companies – Dobbs Peterbilt and Western Truck Center. These dealerships represent some of the best commercial truck brands including Peterbilt, Volvo, Mack, Autocar, and Hino and include locations in Arkansas, California, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oregon, Tennessee, and Washington. We offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life insurance, and 401(k), as well as paid vacation and sick leave. Our Company is looking for long-term employees that we can invest in and grow with as we pursue our mission of being the premier commercial truck dealer group. I. General Job Description This position is responsible for the diagnosis and repair of all vehicles and equipment serviced by the Company’s facilities. Service Technicians are expected to perform with the highest degree of professional competence as it relates to quality of work, product knowledge, and customer service. The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Requirements

18 years of age.
High school graduate or GED
Minimum tool requirements (see below).
Minimum of 1-2 years of direct mechanic experience on heavy trucks or equipment – or a combination of experience PLUS vocational training, trade or technical school degree/certification of completion.

Nice To Haves

High school graduate or GED
Minimum of 4 years of direct mechanic experience on heavy trucks or equipment
Ability to perform vehicle lubrication systems and D.O.T. safety inspections.
Dependable team player with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

Proficiency in Level 1
Complete repairs in estimated time per industry standards
Electrical
Troubleshoot and repair general electrical failures, charging systems, and starting systems
Able to read and understand wiring schematics
Able to troubleshoot electrical circuits
HVAC systems
A/C certifications
Understand how the system works
Recover and charge system
Leak checking with nitrogen dye and sniffer
Perform PM servicing on system
Flush system
Troubleshoot air conditioning and heater system for proper operation
Make up a line/hose for replacement
Replace evaporator, condenser, expansion valves, orifice tube, compressor clutch
Clutches
Determine failure
R&R all types (Med & HD trucks)
Cross-shafts
Resurface flywheels
Differential
Replace yokes, u-joints, carrier bearing
Brake System
Thorough understanding of truck/trailer air & hydraulic brake system operation
Advance troubleshooting abilities
ABS system repairs
Failure analysis on wheel bearings and races
Hub Repairs (seals/bearings/races)
Steer Axle
R&R springs
R&R draglink/tie rod and ends
Set toe-in – use front alignment equipment
Replace king pins
Rear Suspensions
Understand drive-train dynamics
Able to measure and understand driveline angles
Able to set air ride height
Spring replacement
Air Bag replacement
Air Suspension plumbing and installation
Air ride vales and controls
Torque/Stabilizer arms and equalizer replacement
Bushing replacement
Steering
Replace P/S filter and service system
Administrative Responsibilities
Report directly to supervisor less than 100 percent of the time
Less than 3% comeback ratio
85% efficiency ratio
Understand and use precision tooling
Understand warranty coverage and limitations