Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Technician

Yancey Bros. Co.•Macon, GA

16h

About The Position

Yancey Bros. Co., an authorized Caterpillar equipment dealer serving Georgia since 1914, is hiring a Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Technician. The technician diagnoses, troubleshoots, and repairs diesel engines and components on on-highway diesel trucks and buses of all makes and models. The role performs work to established time, quality, and safety standards and completes related documentation accurately and promptly. The successful candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, knowledge of applicable tools, and a desire to learn. A strong sense of urgency and commitment to customer service are important, as are the ability to follow direction and work cooperatively with a team. The position requires knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and computer systems; the ability to interpret technical information; safe equipment operation; and clear communication and recordkeeping.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Knowledge of complex hydraulic, electrical, computer, and mechanical systems.
Knowledge of arc and oxygen-acetylene welding.
Knowledge of test equipment used to diagnose and repair equipment and vehicle electronic components.
Ability to safely operate equipment to diagnose, adjust, and repair malfunctions.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and read and understand operator and repair manuals.
Ability to work cooperatively with others and with minimal supervision, and to maintain required records.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret schematics, technical manuals, technical drawings, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
Possession of all licenses and certificates necessary to operate equipment and vehicles.
Basic computer skills, including email and internet use, and ability to send and receive email notes and attachments.
Ability to read, analyze, and communicate technical information.
Ability to write clear, concise, and usable service reports.
Ability to ask and properly respond to questions from customers and supervisors.
Strong mechanical aptitude, knowledge of applicable tools, and desire to learn.
Strong sense of urgency and commitment to superior customer service.
Ability to take direction and work in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Coursework from an accredited trade school, college, or university emphasizing mechanics, hydraulics, and automotive electronics.

Responsibilities

Inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot, and locate mechanical deficiencies in buses and on-highway diesel truck engines and components.
Repair or replace components of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, air conditioning systems, suspension systems, drivetrains, electrical systems, steering, braking, material handling, and operator comfort systems.
Determine the extent of necessary repairs, identify major power-train overhaul needs, and prepare orders for required services.
Perform welding and brazing, and fabricate or modify parts, equipment, structures, and attachments.
Complete work orders, parts orders, inspections, warranty support, comments, and time sheets legibly, accurately, and promptly.
Perform work in accordance with established time, quality, and safety standards and procedures.
Participate in required safety programs and work safely.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the manager.