JTS Mobile & Shop Diesel Technician Job

Jims Towing Service Inc•Santa Ana, CA

About The Position

The Mobile & Shop Diesel Technician performs licensed DOT inspections, preventive maintenance inspections, follow-up and light repairs, and diagnostics on light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles. The role includes light mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic diagnostics. More advanced diagnostics and repairs may be performed under the supervision of a Senior Mobile Diesel Technician or higher. The technician continues to develop advanced mechanical skills and diagnostic techniques, complies with company policies, and meets performance expectations. The position works in a mobile/field environment and requires managing an assigned daily schedule, service-truck inventory and equipment, customer interactions, work documentation, safety checks, and communications with management and support teams. Work must comply with company safety, health, and environmental policies and applicable OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and three years of experience in a related field; alternatively, a different combination such as a related degree or certification beyond high school/GED, or five years of experience in a related field.
Possess and supply the hand tools and power tools necessary to perform the job duties.
Successfully complete and pass a DOT-regulated pre-employment background screening and DOT physical before employment.
Hold a valid driver's license from the state of residence and be able to obtain and maintain a Driver Qualification File.
Understand the implications of new information for current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Communicate facts, ideas, and messages succinctly and in an organized manner, and engage in effective two-way communication with individuals and groups.
Determine the type of tools and equipment needed.
Accurately judge relative distances between objects and the observer.
Use logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Be able to lift, bend, climb, stand, and walk for long periods and perform moderately heavy labor.
Be able to exert oneself physically for extended periods without tiring, including while performing repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled preventive maintenance, DOT inspections, and follow-up repairs on light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles in a mobile or field environment.
Perform minor adjustments and repairs on truck equipment, including electrical, brake, and cooling systems; starters and alternators; fan clutches; engine electronics; diesel steering systems; gas and diesel engines; manual and automatic transmissions; clutches; and differentials.
Diagnose, adjust, and repair truck equipment, including electrical, brake, and cooling systems; starters and alternators; air-conditioning systems; fan clutches; engine electronics; diesel steering systems; gas and diesel engines; manual and automatic transmissions; clutches; and differentials.
Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions using instruments such as handheld computers and pressure gauges.
Road-test vehicles to diagnose malfunctions and confirm they are working properly.
Identify problems, assess the accuracy and relevance of information, and use sound judgment to evaluate alternatives.
Independently manage parts inventory and equipment provided on the company-issued service truck and perform periodic reconciliation.
Maintain and operate the company-issued service vehicle, conduct safety checks, and complete daily pre- and post-trip inspections.
Work effectively with clients and customers to assess needs, provide information or assistance, resolve problems, and meet expectations.
Manage concurrent assigned tasks and prioritize work activities and time allocations effectively.
Use hand tools, precision instruments, diesel tools, welding equipment, lifts, and jacks.
Document work to company standards and upload pictures of work performed, parts used, and findings to Service Orders using the company-issued iOS device and TRAIT application.
Complete DOT forms and other documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
Work with a high degree of independence and manage a daily schedule.
Maintain productivity and work within or close to Standard Repair Times.
Obtain parts from approved local and national vendors as needed for repairs.
Communicate with management and the support team by email or phone to obtain estimate approvals, retrieve purchase order numbers, and discuss repair-order findings.
Perform work in compliance with organizational safety, health, and environmental policies and applicable OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations.
Continue learning advanced mechanical skills and diagnostic techniques.