Diesel Technician
About The Position
The Diesel Technician diagnoses, repairs, and maintains diesel engines and related vehicle systems and equipment. The role includes routine inspections, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance on diesel-powered equipment and vehicles, using specialized tools and diagnostic equipment to identify mechanical issues. The technician ensures work complies with safety standards and manufacturer specifications and may work in repair shops, transportation companies, or industrial facilities. The technician services diesel and heavy construction equipment, including fuel, air, oil, cooling, electrical, hydraulic, powertrain, and Tier 4 systems. The role requires working outdoors in varying weather and loud environments, performing physical tasks, maintaining a valid driver’s license, and traveling overnight as business demands. Overtime and extended hours may be required depending on customer and company needs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Previous experience working on diesel or heavy construction equipment is required; the posting also lists this experience as preferred.
- Experience with CAT SIS/ET or Komatsu programs is required.
- Related equipment knowledge covering engines, hydraulics, electronics, Tier 4 systems, and fuel systems.
- General understanding of basic electrical, powertrain, and hydraulic systems.
- Moderate usage of CAT SIS and Vulcan EMS processes.
- Knowledge of general principles and practices of servicing heavy construction equipment.
- Knowledge of industrial tools, their uses, and maintenance.
- Mechanical skills and proficient troubleshooting experience.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Valid driver’s license that can be maintained.
- Ability to work outside in all types of weather and tolerate loud noise.
- Ability to perform physical activities involving climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
- Willingness to work overtime and extended hours and travel overnight as business demands.
Nice To Haves
- Additional vocational or trade-school training in a mechanical field.
- Experience with aggregate equipment.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose and repair diesel engines and related equipment, including air systems, oil analysis, and cooling systems.
- Troubleshoot fuel systems and perform diagnostic tests using manufacturer software.
- Troubleshoot and diagnose circuit faults.
- Disassemble and assemble fuel-system pumps and lines.
- Troubleshoot Tier 4 systems.
- Perform routine maintenance on diesel equipment, including oil changes, filter replacements, and fluid checks.
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical problems.
- Inspect diesel equipment and related equipment for safety and compliance issues.
- Keep up-to-date on the latest diesel equipment technology.
- Follow safety procedures and regulations and actively prioritize the safety of self and others.
- Work collaboratively and communicate effectively.
- Work overtime and extended hours as required by customer and company demands.
- Travel overnight as business demands.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
