Diesel Technician

Peterbilt of Atlanta • Gadsden, AL

95d

About The Position

Diesel Technicians provide customer service by diagnosing issues, conducting visual inspections, removing parts and attachments, completing warranty repairs and preventative maintenance, repairing lights and wiring, and performing welding, cutting, and other repairs. The position 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 role also qualifies for a monthly bonus incentive based on upsales.

The work is physically demanding and involves standing six to eight hours per shift; stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, and feeling; using hand and power tools; and repeatedly lifting parts weighing up to 70 pounds. Technicians use hoists and test equipment and may be exposed 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 operate power tools, hand tools, and other equipment safely.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.
• Dress professionally.
• Ability to communicate well orally and in writing with customers, vendors, and other contacts.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including standing six to eight hours per shift and repeatedly lifting parts weighing up to 70 pounds.
• Willingness to submit to a background check and post-offer drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Provide superb customer service.
• Diagnose service issues 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.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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