Diesel Technician

Melton Careers • Birmingham, AL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Our Diesel Technicians are responsible for performing diagnosis and preventative maintenance on our fleet of tractors and trailers. The shift for this position is Tuesday - Saturday, 7am to 3:30pm.

Requirements

• Two years of heavy truck or diesel maintenance experience or degree from technical school
• Necessary tools to perform position responsibilities.
• Near & midrange vision
• Hearing
• Ability to work alone and under stress.
• Walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, pushing, pulling, twisting and reaching.
• Lifting 50 lbs floor to waist
• Lifting 50 lbs floor to shoulder
• Lifting 50 lbs waist to shoulder.
• Carrying 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Ability to use pneumatic tools.
• Using hands, wrists, elbows and shoulder for repetitive motion tasks.
• Ability to work in seasonal heat and cold; amidst noise, dust, and fumes.
• Must be able to climb a ladder up to heights of 13 feet.

Nice To Haves

• CDL preferred – ability to move a semi in and out of shop.

Responsibilities

• Performs and/or assists in the performance of general truck and trailer maintenance.
• Major duties includes, brakes, oil/filter changes, wheel seals, HVAC, electrical, and fuel systems.
• Performs trouble shooting on major problems.
• Attends training sessions and meetings.
• Maintains a neat and orderly working area, and proper handling of company tools.
• Advises the Leadman/Shop Foreman if additional repair work is needed.
• Follows safety practices and shop regulations.
• Completes paperwork as required to accurately document the work performed on vehicles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree