Diesel Technician
About The Position
The Diesel Technician is responsible for promoting safety in all actions, preparing repair orders, and working effectively and safely within the shop area and when making road calls without supervision. This role requires completing records in a timely manner, complying with all DOT regulations, federal, state, local, and company standards regarding personal safety, maintaining a clean and safe shop environment, and proper disposal of waste products. The technician will communicate with the Maintenance Supervisor as required and carry out additional duties assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor or CSC Manager.
Requirements
- High School Education or equivalent.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects.
- Self-starter with detail oriented work habits.
- Meet qualification requirement as stipulated in Section 396.19 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations as required to perform vehicle inspections.
- Meet qualification requirements as stipulated in Section 396.25 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations as required to perform brake maintenance/repairs.
- Ability to safely operate tractor/trailer unit within terminal premises.
- Technical knowledge as required to ensure proper treatment of various required components that include, but are not limited to: air compressors, fuel pumps, hubs, wheel, and springs: any of which may exceed 100lbs in weight.
- Display professional demeanor.
- Good interpersonal skills; able to work well with wide range of individuals.
- Demonstrate dependability through good attendance and adherence to timelines and schedules.
- Basic mechanics skills.
- Through knowledge of DOT regulations, federal, state, local and company regulations and standards.
- Knowledge of basic company employment policies and procedures.
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time on a concrete floor.
- Ability to repeatedly reach above shoulder level an unlimited numbers of times daily.
- Ability to walk, bend, reach, push, pull, stoop, kneel, squat.
- Finger dexterity, feeling, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual activity.
- Occasional lifting (up to 100 pounds).
Nice To Haves
- Willingness to obtain ASE Brake certification within the first 180 days of employment.
- ASE certifications preferred.
Responsibilities
- Promote safety in all actions.
- Prepare repair orders as per company policy.
- Work effectively and safely within the shop area and when making a road call without supervision.
- Complete records in a timely manner in compliance with company rules and requirements.
- Comply with and continually update knowledge of all DOT regulations, federal, state, local and company standards and requirements regarding personal safety, shop cleanliness, and waste disposal.
- Communicate with Maintenance Supervisor as required.
- Carry out duties assigned by Maintenance Supervisor or CSC Manager as required.
- Ensure proper treatment of various required components that include, but are not limited to: air compressors, fuel pumps, hubs, wheel, and springs.
- Repair as needed specification cargo tanks if the facility has an ASME-authorized U stamp or a National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessels authorized R stamp.
- Perform inspections on specification cargo tanks if facility is a DOT Registered Inspector.
- Inspect, repair, or replace domes, valves, vents, or other equipment as necessary within safety, regulatory and company standards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
