Diesel Technician

Peterbilt of Atlanta • Birmingham, AL

105d

About The Position

Diesel Technicians provide customer service by diagnosing vehicles, conducting visual inspections, removing parts and attachments, completing warranty repairs and preventative maintenance, and repairing lights, wiring, and other components. Work may also include welding and cutting.

The role reports to the Service Manager and is scheduled for 40 hours per week, with overtime eligibility. A flat-rate compensation plan may be offered to well-qualified, proven-efficient applicants. The position also qualifies for a monthly bonus incentive based on upsales.

This is a physically demanding position involving extended periods of standing, frequent movement and handling, lifting parts weighing up to 70 pounds, and exposure to noise, vibration, dust, exhaust fumes, and other hazardous and nonhazardous materials. Applicants must be willing to submit to a background check and post-offer drug screen.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years of diesel truck service and computer diagnostics experience.
• Mechanical aptitude and technical ability.
• Ability to safely operate power tools, hand tools, and other equipment.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.
• Professional dress and effective oral and written communication with customers, vendors, and other contacts.
• Ability to stand six to eight hours per shift; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, handle, and feel; and lift parts weighing up to 70 pounds several times per shift.
• Willingness to submit to a background check and post-offer drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Provide superb customer service.
• Diagnose vehicles and perform visual inspections.
• Remove parts and attachments.
• Perform warranty repairs and preventative maintenance services.
• Repair lights and wiring.
• Perform welding, cutting, and other repairs.
• Use hand and power tools, hoists, and test equipment.

Benefits

• Eligible for overtime.
• A flat-rate compensation plan may be offered to well-qualified, proven-efficient applicants.
• Eligible for a monthly bonus incentive based on upsales.

What This Job Offers

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