Diesel Technician - Pay up to $58/hr!

Transwest Inc • Greeley, CO

9h • $20 - $58

About The Position

As a Diesel Technician, you will join a team that provides company-paid continuing education and training, invests in technicians entering the workforce, and maintains clean shops with the latest tooling and computer diagnostic equipment. Relocation support may be available for qualified candidates on a case-by-case basis; discuss this with the hiring manager during the interview.

The position is hourly, transitioning to flat-rate, with compensation ranging from $20.00 to $58.00. It is a first-shift role and reports to the Service Manager. The position is open until filled.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license, an MVR in good standing, and the ability to obtain a Class B CDL within 90 days of employment.
• Must obtain refrigerant recovery certification.
• Must possess a complete set of hand tools with a rollaway toolbox.
• Must be able to operate simple, complex, and heavy-duty machinery.
• Must be able to successfully complete a General Abilities Assessment and pass a post-offer background check, physical, and drug screening.
• Motivated individual able to work independently.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Following online training, must attend company-paid training sessions for products serviced by the company.
• Physical ability to handle, lift, and carry items weighing up to 80 pounds occasionally; perform tasks requiring manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination; and sit, stand, balance, bend, or stoop for prolonged periods.
• Corrected vision and hearing within normal range.

Nice To Haves

• Diesel Engine Technology certifications or education.
• Knowledge of Detroit, Mack, CAT, International, Cummins, or Mercedes vehicles and engines.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing diesel trucks or RVs.
• DTNA Heavy Duty Truck Systems, DTNA Electrical Troubleshooting, DTNA Electronic Systems, DTNA HVAC, or DTNA M2 certifications.
• Freightliner Cascadia Expert Certification.
• Western Star Expert Certification.
• DD15 Major Repair, DD15 Advanced Diagnostics, or Series 60 Major Repair training or experience.
• Experience with Cummins ISX, ISL, ISM, ISB, or ISC engines.
• Allison Transmission experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform work as outlined in repair orders.
• Verify warranty coverage on repair orders, when applicable.
• Complete work efficiently and accurately in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
• Diagnose and repair vehicle malfunctions.
• Coordinate with the parts department to obtain necessary parts.
• Save and tag warranty parts.
• Advise the shop foreman and recommend adjustments to repair orders when needed.
• Document repairs in technician comments during each active time punch.
• Road-test vehicles as needed for quality assessment.
• Maintain working knowledge of factory technical bulletins.
• Ensure customer vehicles are clean.
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area.
• Maintain accountability for dealership-owned tools.
• Follow federal, state, and local regulations governing hazardous-waste disposal.
• Adapt job duties and functions when circumstances change, including emergencies, staffing or workload changes, rush jobs, and technology developments.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Voluntary wellness solutions.
• Voluntary and employer-paid life insurance and disability insurance.
• 401(k) with company match beginning with the employee's first contribution.
• HSA and/or FSA, as applicable.
• PTO, including paid sick time as applicable by state and federal law, and company-paid holidays.
• Employee car discount program.
• Company-paid continuing education and training.
• Relocation support may be available for qualified candidates on a case-by-case basis.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED