Experienced Diesel Technician

Vanguard Truck Centers•Forest Park, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Vanguard Truck Centers is seeking diesel technicians for its Forest Park, Atlanta, Georgia location. The company owns and operates full-service commercial truck centers in the United States and describes its people and teamwork as central to its business. Technicians perform repairs and maintenance on diesel trucks or equipment according to repair orders and dealership and factory standards. They diagnose malfunctions, coordinate with the parts department and service advisors, document work, and help ensure vehicles and the shop remain safe and clean. The role also includes participating in manufacturer training, keeping current with technical bulletins and regulations, and supervising apprentices when assigned. Online and instructor-led training are provided, with opportunities for career advancement.

Requirements

Hardworking and willing to put in the time and effort to learn the diesel technician trade.
Basic mechanical aptitude.
Valid driver's license and ability to obtain a CDL license.
Must have basic required tools or obtain them within 30 days.
Must wear approved safety footwear while working in designated shop and service areas; safety shoes are required on the first day of employment.
Must complete the mandatory background screening prerequisite for employment consideration.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or completion of vocational/technical school.
One to two years of experience preferred.
Willingness to work with senior technicians to gain experience in multiple levels of diesel repairs.

Responsibilities

Perform work described on repair orders efficiently and accurately, in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
Diagnose the causes of malfunctions and repair diesel trucks or equipment.
Communicate with the parts department to obtain needed parts.
Save and tag parts when required for warranty work or requested by the customer.
Examine assigned vehicles to identify additional safety or service work that is required or recommended.
Notify the service advisor promptly if additional work is needed, listed work is unnecessary, or repairs cannot be completed within the promised time.
Document all work performed and recommended on repair orders.
Road-test vehicles when required or refer them to the test technician.
Participate in manufacturer-sponsored training programs, schools, and events, and keep current with manufacturer technical bulletins.
Supervise apprentice diesel technicians when assigned.
Report machinery defects or malfunctions to a supervisor.
Keep customers' vehicles clean and promptly inform the service advisor if anything changes their appearance or condition.
Keep the shop area neat and clean to support safety.
Maintain accountability for dealership-owned tools and manuals and return them to their proper place in their received condition.
Understand and comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including hazardous-waste disposal and OSHA Right-to-Know requirements.
Operate tools and equipment safely and report safety issues to management immediately.