Diesel Technician II

FleetPride • Nashville, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Technician II is expected to have mastered all applications of preventative maintenance and to perform basic and advanced adjustments, repairs, and component replacements with limited supervision. The role also performs basic diagnostic operations to identify vehicle system failures and recommend accurate repairs.

Technicians examine vehicles for damage or malfunctions, provide preventative maintenance solutions to customers when appropriate, and maintain 80% productivity while preventing comebacks. Work includes inspections and routine or scheduled maintenance, repairs to brakes, suspension, electrical and other vehicle systems, and testing vehicles and components. The technician also performs tandem alignment and front axle repairs, basic aluminum and steel wire welding, driveshaft repair or fabrication, and related body-access work. The work environment is a non-climate-controlled shop.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Diesel Technology.
• At least 3 years of experience with Class 7 and 8 trucks.
• Experience repairing 53-foot trailers.
• Welding knowledge.
• Airbrake certification.
• Must provide hand tools, air tools, and a toolbox.
• Must maintain a perfect safety record.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Examine vehicles to determine the extent of damage or malfunctions.
• Provide customers with preventative maintenance solutions when appropriate.
• Maintain 80% productivity and prevent comebacks.
• Inspect and perform preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Perform routine and scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, lubrication, and filter replacements.
• Repair, reline, replace, and adjust air, hydraulic, and electric brakes and brake accessories.
• Test drive vehicles and test components using proper equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair suspension systems, including leaf and coil spring systems and Hendrickson walking beam type suspension systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, exhaust, steering, air conditioning, PTO, and custom exhaust systems.
• Adjust, remove, and replace clutches and drivelines.
• Troubleshoot and repair fuel tanks, fifth wheels, trailer hitches, pintle hooks, auxiliary axles, and frames.
• Perform tandem alignment and front axle king pin and bushing repairs.
• Perform basic aluminum and steel wire welding.
• Use machinery to repair or fabricate driveshafts.
• File, grind, sand, and smooth filled or repaired surfaces using power tools and hand tools.
• Remove upholstery, accessories, electrical window and seat operating equipment, and trim to access vehicle bodies and fenders.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.

Benefits

• Weekly pay with monthly bonuses based on productivity.
• Full benefits and retirement enrollment available on day one.
• Two weeks of vacation and at least 24 hours of paid sick time starting at 90 days.
• Six paid holidays; employees who work holidays receive double-time pay.
• Matco Tool Program with free and discounted tooling.
• Live paid training, including OEM engine classes.
• Annual boot program and free uniforms.
• Safety glasses, gloves, and other PPE provided.
• Specialty tooling and diagnostic software provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree