Diesel Technician- 2nd Shift

Pitt Ohio•Indianapolis, IN

6d•$37 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

PITT OHIO is hiring a Diesel Technician at its Indianapolis, Indiana location. The technician diagnoses, inspects, repairs, rebuilds, and maintains fleet equipment, including heavy trucks and semi-trailers, while following safety requirements, company policies, and repair procedures. The role includes documenting work orders and parts, using computer systems for diagnostics and repair orders, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. Travel to other company shop locations may be required when staffing is needed. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. Travel and a varied schedule may be required based on business needs, and overtime may be necessary during peak periods. The position involves medium physical work, including frequently moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and working in both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions.

Requirements

Two years of verifiable experience in tractor and trailer inspection and repair, or a technical school degree or certification in Heavy Duty Truck/Trailer Maintenance plus one year of verifiable experience.
Valid state-issued driver's license.
Must pass a DOT physical and drug screen.
Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and techniques used to repair and maintain heavy trucks, semi-trailers, and other mechanical equipment.
Basic hand tools are required.
Working knowledge of diesel engine operating principles and heavy truck repair.
Ability to maintain detailed records of time and parts used on work orders.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills for communicating with internal and external customers.
Command of the English language to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
Computer skills for diagnostics.
Must consent to the use of driver-facing event recorders in the fleet.

Nice To Haves

CDL.
ASE certification.
State and/or Federal inspection certification.

Responsibilities

Diagnose, troubleshoot, inspect, and repair fleet equipment safely and correctly.
Conduct failure analysis and correctly repair or rebuild fleet equipment components.
Operate and inspect mechanical equipment to diagnose defects.
Analyze malfunctions and perform overhauls, tune-ups, and preventive maintenance.
Dismantle and reassemble equipment.
Plan work procedures using charts, technical manuals, and experience.
Enter labor lines and parts into the repair order computer system.
Complete work orders and document time and parts accurately.
Inform management about housekeeping opportunities, harmful working conditions, and unsafe work practices, and suggest corrective actions.
Identify broken tools and missing repair supplies and inform management, taking steps to resolve the issue when possible.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment to ensure safety and compliance.
Comply with company policies, procedures, and standards of ethics and integrity.
Travel to other company shop locations when staff is needed.
Perform additional duties and other essential tasks as assigned.