FORD Diesel Technician- Heavy Duty
About The Position
Priority Ford Norfolk is hiring an experienced Heavy-Duty Diesel Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain commercial vehicles and heavy-duty equipment. The role offers annual compensation of $75,000–$150,000+ with aggressive production bonuses, competitive base pay, and earning potential tied to productivity. Work may include heavy-duty diesel engines, commercial fleets, emergency vehicles, delivery vehicles, box and medium-duty trucks, and hydraulic, electrical, and brake systems. The position includes stable year-round work and career growth opportunities. Applicants should have experience as a Diesel Technician or Heavy Equipment Technician, strong diagnostic skills, and experience with commercial vehicles, heavy-duty trucks, or fleet operations. A CDL and Ford diesel certification are pluses, but are not required. High school graduation or equivalent and being at least 18 years old are required. The employer is a drug-free workplace and provides reasonable accommodations to enable individuals to perform essential functions. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision plans; paid holidays and PTO; short- and long-term disability; paid life insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; an employee stock purchase plan; learning resources; vehicle purchase discounts; and wellness programs.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Diesel Technician or Heavy Equipment Technician.
- Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
- Experience with commercial vehicles, heavy-duty trucks, or fleet operations.
- Ability to perform engine, transmission, suspension, and electrical repairs.
- Experience using diagnostic software and tools.
- Strong work ethic and pride in quality workmanship.
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- At least 18 years old.
Nice To Haves
- CDL; not required.
- Ford diesel certification; a plus.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose and troubleshoot diesel engines and commercial vehicles.
- Perform engine, transmission, suspension, and electrical repairs.
- Repair and maintain hydraulic, electrical, and brake systems.
- Perform preventative maintenance and major repairs.
- Conduct DOT inspections and fleet repairs.
- Work on commercial truck fleets, ambulances and emergency vehicles, delivery vehicles, box trucks, medium-duty trucks, and heavy-duty equipment.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Paid holidays and PTO.
- Short- and long-term disability.
- Paid life insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Employee stock purchase plan.
- Lithia Learning Center.
- Vehicle purchase discounts.
- Wellness programs.
- Competitive base pay and aggressive production bonuses.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
