Diesel Technician

Werner Enterprises•Lithia Springs, GA

13d

About The Position

The Diesel Technician diagnoses and repairs all systems on diesel tractors, including the engine, transmission, axles, suspension, heating and air conditioning, electrical systems, air brakes, and 5th wheel systems. The position requires an advanced set of hand tools, a rollaway toolbox, a ½-drive impact and sockets, and a digital volt/ohm/amp meter. The technician performs repairs and preventive maintenance, documents completed work on work orders, operates tractors to move them into and out of the shop, responds to drivers’ technical questions, maintains a clean work area, and obtains repair parts and materials. The role also includes hands-on training and technical guidance for less experienced mechanics, along with other duties assigned by supervisory personnel.

Requirements

Advanced set of hand tools.
Rollaway toolbox.
½-drive impact and sockets.
Digital volt/ohm/amp meter.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical problems on diesel tractors identified on work orders or found during inspections.
Repair and maintain tractor systems and components, including engine electronics, clutches, differentials, exhaust, u-joints, cab interiors, wheel seals, brakes, suspension components, air systems, cooling systems, electrical components, steering components, 5th wheels, and heating and air conditioning.
Perform preventive maintenance and oxyacetylene operations.
Document completed repairs on work orders.
Locate tractors, drive them into the shop, and park repaired equipment on the lot.
Address drivers’ technical questions and provide advice concerning their tractors.
Clean floors and store and clean shop and personal tools and equipment; remove trash.
Procure parts and materials from the parts room for tractor repairs.
Train less experienced mechanics using hands-on methods and answer technical questions.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisory personnel.