Diesel Technician III
About The Position
FleetPride is hiring a Diesel Technician III, a master of preventative maintenance across vehicle systems who can train and develop other technicians. The role performs major and advanced adjustments, repairs, component replacements, and diagnostic operations to identify vehicle system failures and recommend accurate repairs. The technician also inspects completed work for quality, supports timely completion of service orders, and maintains an organized workspace. The position involves working on Class 7 and 8 trucks and 53-foot trailers, including preventative and scheduled maintenance, brakes, suspension, electrical and exhaust systems, steering, air conditioning, PTOs, clutches, drivelines, diesel and gasoline engines, fuel tanks, fifth wheels, trailer hitches, auxiliary axles, frames, and alignments. It also includes basic aluminum and steel wire welding and training new shop employees on repair procedures. The work is performed in a non-climate-controlled shop. The listed pay range is $32.00–$35.00 per hour, depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Diesel Technology.
- At least 7 years of experience with Class 7 and 8 trucks.
- Experience repairing 53-foot trailers.
- Training experience.
- Diagnostic experience.
- Welding experience.
- 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.
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 presenting or delivering them 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 proper equipment.
- Troubleshoot and repair suspension systems, including leaf and coil springs 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 in a timely manner.
- 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 with monthly productivity-based bonuses.
- 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 on a holiday 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
