Diesel Technician III

FleetPride • St. Joseph, MO

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About The Position

FleetPride is hiring a Diesel Technician III, described as a master of preventative maintenance across vehicle systems who 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.

The technician inspects and maintains vehicles and equipment, completes repairs across mechanical, electrical, engine, brake, suspension, steering, and other systems, and checks completed orders for quality. The role also reviews service stories to determine required work, helps ensure timely order completion, trains new shop employees on company repair procedures, and maintains an organized workspace. The work takes place in a non-climate-controlled shop.

Requirements

• Diesel Technology associate degree.
• 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 regarding vehicle repairs.
• Inspect orders for completion and quality before presentation or delivery to customers.
• 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 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 systems, exhaust systems, steering systems, air conditioning, PTOs, 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 provided by 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 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.

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.
• Matco Tool Program with free and discounted tooling available.
• 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