Diesel Technician

Werner Enterprises•Easton, PA

12d

About The Position

The Diesel Technician diagnoses and repairs all systems on diesel tractors, including engines, transmissions, axles, suspension, heating and air conditioning, electrical systems, air brakes, and fifth-wheel systems. The technician uses an advanced set of hand tools, a rollaway toolbox, a ½-drive impact and sockets, and a digital volt/ohm/amp meter. The position also involves operating tractors to move them into the shop and park them after repairs, advising drivers on technical questions, keeping the work area and tools clean, obtaining parts and materials, and performing other duties assigned by supervisory personnel. The technician trains less experienced mechanics through hands-on instruction and by answering technical questions.

Requirements

Must have an advanced set of hand tools, a rollaway toolbox, a ½-drive impact and sockets, and a digital volt/ohm/amp meter.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical problems on diesel tractors, as indicated on work orders or discovered during inspections.
Perform repairs and maintenance involving engine systems and overhauls, electrical systems and electronic engine controls, clutches, differentials, transmissions, exhaust systems, driveline components, cab interiors, wheel seals, brakes, suspension components, air-brake systems, cooling systems, belts, alternators, batteries, lights, steering components, fifth wheels, welding, and heating and air conditioning.
Document completed repairs on work orders.
Operate tractors by locating and driving them into the shop and parking equipment on the lot after repairs are completed.
Address drivers’ technical questions about their tractors and provide advice.
Clean floors and maintain and store shop and personal tools and equipment; remove trash.
Obtain parts and materials from the parts room for tractor repairs.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisory personnel.
Train less experienced mechanics through hands-on instruction and answer technical questions.