Diesel Technician III

FleetPride • Albany, NY

14d • Onsite

About The Position

A Technician III is a master of preventative maintenance across vehicle systems and can train and develop other technicians. The role performs major and advanced adjustments, repairs, and component replacements, as well as advanced diagnostics to identify vehicle system failures and recommend accurate repairs. Work includes maintaining and repairing Class 7 and 8 trucks and trailers, inspecting completed orders for quality, and keeping the workspace clean and organized. The position is based in a non-climate-controlled shop.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Diesel Technology.
• At least 7 years of experience with Class 7 and 8 trucks.
• Experience repairing 53-foot trailers.
• Must provide hand tools, air tools, and a toolbox.
• Maintain a perfect safety record.
• Ability to train technicians.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Training experience.
• Diagnostic experience.
• Welding experience.

Responsibilities

• Examine vehicles to determine the extent of damage or malfunction.
• Train new service shop employees on company procedures for vehicle repairs.
• Inspect orders for completion and quality before presentation or delivery to customers.
• Perform vehicle and equipment inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Perform routine and scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, lubrication, and filter replacement.
• Repair, reline, replace, and adjust air, hydraulic, and electric brakes and brake accessories.
• Test-drive vehicles and test components using appropriate equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair suspension systems, including leaf and coil spring systems and Hendrickson walking-beam systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, exhaust, steering, air-conditioning, PTO, and custom exhaust systems.
• Adjust, remove, and replace clutches and drivelines.
• Overhaul, troubleshoot, and repair diesel and gasoline engines.
• 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.
• Review service stories from service writers and determine the work needed to complete orders on time.
• File, grind, sand, and smooth filled or repaired surfaces using power 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.
• 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, with double-time pay for working on a holiday.
• 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: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree