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FleetPride - Pacific, MO
posted about 1 month ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Pacific, MO
Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
About the position
The Diesel Technician II at FleetPride is responsible for performing advanced maintenance and repair tasks on heavy-duty trucks and trailers. This role requires a mastery of preventative maintenance applications and the ability to diagnose and repair vehicle system failures with limited supervision. The technician will work in a non-climate controlled shop environment, ensuring high productivity and maintaining a clean workspace.
Responsibilities
- Examine vehicles to determine extent of damage or malfunction(s).
- Provide customers with preventative maintenance solutions whenever appropriate.
- Maintain 80% productivity and prevent comebacks.
- Perform inspections and preventative maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
- Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications, and filter replacements.
- Repair, reline, replace, and adjust brakes (air, hydraulic, electric, 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 systems, exhaust systems, steering systems, air conditioning, PTOs, 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, front axle king pin, and bushing repairs.
- Perform basic aluminum and steel wire welding.
- Utilize machinery to repair or fabricate any driveshaft.
- 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 gain access to vehicle bodies and fenders.
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
Requirements
- Diesel Technology Associate's degree
- 3+ years of experience with class 7 & 8 trucks
- Experience repairing 53' trailers
- Welding certification
- Airbrake certification
- Must provide hand tools, air tools, and toolbox
- Ability to lift 50lbs
