Diesel Technician

PFG | Performance Good Group•Colorado Springs, CO

About The Position

Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on medium- to heavy-duty trucks, trailers, refrigeration units, and converter dollies with minimal supervision. Ensure compliance with state and federal trucking regulations, maintain accurate and current work-order documentation for repairs and parts used, communicate professionally with coworkers, and provide road-call services as needed. The role includes a Monday–Friday first shift from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and pays $32.00 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or equivalent experience.
At least 2 years of proven medium- to heavy-duty vehicle repair experience, including preventive maintenance, tires and wheels, air and air-disc brakes, diagnostics, computerized diagnostics, electrical troubleshooting, electronic component repair, and A/C refrigeration experience.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or two-year technical, vocational, or trade school diploma.
At least 3 years of proven medium- to heavy-duty vehicle repair experience, including preventive maintenance, tires and wheels, air and air-disc brakes, diagnostics, computerized diagnostics, electrical troubleshooting, electronic component repair, and A/C refrigeration experience.
Certifications in tires and wheels, brakes, A/C and/or EPA, DOT inspections, transmissions, engines, or ASE Heavy Duty.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance, minor repairs, standard component inspections, and repairs on fleet diesel equipment, including tractors, trailers, and refrigeration units.
Identify root causes of basic equipment failures or conditions and complete repairs as needed.
Ensure equipment has the required licensing and registration before it is deemed roadworthy.
Document repairs and preventive maintenance thoroughly in the online Enterprise Asset Management system and keep work orders current.
Install, replace, and repair onboard computers.
Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other components, replacing parts when necessary.
Perform routine maintenance, including oil changes, battery checks, and lubrication, using hand tools, precision instruments, power tools, welding equipment, jacks, and hoists.
Provide road-call services as needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned.