Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Technician

Yancey Bros. Co. • Pooler, GA

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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 various makes and models of on-highway diesel trucks and buses. The position requires mechanical aptitude, knowledge of applicable tools, a desire to learn, urgency, customer-service orientation, and the ability to take direction and work as part of a team.

The technician inspects and diagnoses equipment, repairs or replaces components and systems, assesses repair needs, performs welding and fabrication, and completes accurate service and repair documentation. Work must meet established time and quality standards and follow safety procedures. The role also includes participating in required safety programs and carrying out additional duties assigned by the manager.

Requirements

• Strong mechanical aptitude, knowledge of tools applicable to the position, and desire to learn.
• Knowledge of complex hydraulic, electrical, computer, and mechanical systems; arc and oxygen-acetylene welding; and 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, read and understand operator and repair manuals, work cooperatively with others, work with minimal supervision, and keep required records.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret schematics, technical manuals, technical drawings, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
• Ability to operate equipment and vehicles with all necessary licenses and certificates.
• 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 and write clear, concise, usable service reports.
• Ability to ask and properly respond to questions from customers and supervisors.
• Strong sense of urgency and desire to provide superior customer service.
• Ability to take direction and work in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Coursework from an accredited trade school, college, or university emphasizing mechanics, hydraulics, and automotive electronics is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot, and locate mechanical deficiencies on buses and on-highway diesel truck engines and components.
• Repair or replace diesel engine components and components of hydraulic, air conditioning, suspension, drive train, electrical, 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 and quality standards and safety procedures.
• Participate in required safety programs and work safely.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the manager.

Benefits

• Aggressive compensation levels and competitive pay structure.
• Individual bonus opportunities.
• Technician tool allowance.
• 401(k) plan with strong company match.
• Employee profit sharing.
• Financial wellness coaching.
• Employee wellness program.
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• Prescription drug coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Group life insurance.
• Personal time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid sick leave.
• Career development and ongoing training.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED