Diesel Technician III

FleetPride • Hastings, NE

28d • Onsite

About The Position

FleetPride is hiring a Diesel Technician III. The position is expected to have mastered preventative maintenance and perform basic and advanced adjustments, repairs, and component replacements with limited supervision. The technician also performs basic diagnostic operations to diagnose vehicle system failures and recommend accurate repairs.

The role includes examining vehicles for damage or malfunctions, carrying out preventive and scheduled maintenance, repairing and testing vehicle systems and components, and maintaining a clean, organized workspace. The work takes place in a non-climate-controlled shop.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Diesel Technology.
• At least 3 years of experience with Class 7 and 8 trucks.
• Experience repairing 53-foot trailers.
• Welding knowledge.
• Airbrake certification.
• Must provide hand tools, air tools, and a toolbox.
• Maintain a perfect safety record.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Examine vehicles to determine the extent of damage or malfunctions.
• Provide customers with preventive maintenance solutions when appropriate.
• Maintain 80% productivity and prevent comebacks.
• Inspect and perform preventive 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 proper equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair suspension systems, including leaf and coil spring systems and Hendrickson walking-beam suspension systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, exhaust, steering, and air-conditioning systems, 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 and front axle king pin and bushing repairs.
• Perform basic aluminum and steel wire welding.
• Use machinery to repair or fabricate driveshafts.
• 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; double-time pay for working on those holidays.
• 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree