Lead Diesel Technician

Vanguard Truck Centers•Houston, TX

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Vanguard Truck Centers is seeking a driven, team-oriented Lead Diesel Technician to perform diesel truck and equipment repairs according to repair orders and dealership and factory standards. The technician diagnoses malfunctions, completes repairs, documents work, and communicates with service advisors and the parts department as needed. The role also includes supervising assigned apprentice technicians, participating in manufacturer training, and maintaining a safe, clean, and orderly work area while complying with applicable regulations.

Requirements

Basic mechanical aptitude.
Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a CDL license.
Must have base required tools or obtain them within 30 days.
Must wear approved safety footwear in designated shop and service areas; safety shoes are required on the first day of employment.
Background screening is a mandatory prerequisite for employment consideration.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Perform work outlined 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 determine whether further safety or service work is required or recommended.
Notify the service advisor promptly if additional work is needed, outlined 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 stay current with manufacturer technical bulletins.
Supervise assigned apprentice diesel technicians.
Report machinery defects or malfunctions to a supervisor.
Keep customers’ vehicles clean and notify the service advisor promptly of changes to a vehicle’s appearance or condition.
Keep the shop area neat and clean for the safety of self and other technicians.
Maintain and account for dealership-owned tools and manuals, returning them to their proper place and 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 immediately to management.