Diesel Technician III

FleetPride • Bakersfield, CA

13d • $32 - $35 • Onsite

About The Position

FleetPride is hiring a Diesel Technician III, a master technician responsible for preventative maintenance across vehicle systems and for training and developing other technicians. The role performs major and advanced adjustments, repairs, component replacements, and diagnostics to identify vehicle system failures and recommend accurate repairs. The position also involves inspecting completed work for quality, maintaining an organized workspace, and delivering timely repairs 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.
• 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 malfunctions.
• 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 inspections and 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 appropriate 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, and air-conditioning systems, 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 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 the first day.
• Two weeks of vacation and at least 24 hours of paid sick time starting after 90 days.
• Six paid holidays; double-time pay if working on a holiday.
• Free and discounted tooling through the Matco Tool Program.
• 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