Diesel Technician

Werner Enterprises•Lake City, FL

13d

About The Position

The Diesel Technician troubleshoots and repairs systems on diesel tractors, including heating, electrical, air brakes, dash and interior, drivetrain, cooling, fuel, front and rear axles, suspension, and fifth-wheel systems. The technician diagnoses and repairs issues identified on work orders or discovered during inspections, documents completed work, and provides technical guidance to drivers. The role also includes operating tractors, maintaining a clean work area, obtaining parts and materials, and performing other duties as assigned by supervisory personnel. The position requires basic hand tools, a rollaway toolbox, and a ½-inch-drive impact and sockets. Work may involve wire-feed welding and oxyacetylene equipment. Eligible benefits include medical, dental, and vision plans; a 401(k) plan; a stock purchase plan; paid time off; life insurance; disability plans; and optional supplemental coverage.

Requirements

Basic hand tools.
Rollaway toolbox.
½-inch-drive impact and sockets.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues on diesel tractors, as specified on work orders or found during inspections.
Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on tractor systems and components, including exhaust, u-joints, clutches, wheel seals, brakes, cab interiors, air bags, leveling valves, shocks, thermostats, fan hubs, air compressors, brake valves, air lines, air governors, air driers, radiators, hoses, belts, alternators, batteries, minor electrical systems, lights, kingpins, shackle pins and bushings, drag links, tie-rod ends, heating systems, and fifth wheels.
Use wire-feed welding and operate oxyacetylene equipment as needed.
Document completed work orders.
Locate tractors and drive them into the shop; park equipment on the lot after repairs are completed.
Address drivers’ technical questions about their tractors and provide advice.
Clean floors and the work area; store and clean shop and personal tools and equipment; remove trash.
Obtain parts and materials from the parts room for tractor repairs.
Perform other duties assigned by supervisory personnel.