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Traveling Diesel Technician

Vulcan Materials Company•Hanover, PA
•$30 - $45

About The Position

The Diesel Technician repairs and maintains diesel equipment used in aggregate production, including engines, hydraulics, electronics, Tier 4 systems, and fuel systems. The role involves diagnosing and repairing a wide range of equipment and problems, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring equipment safety and compliance. The technician may be based in Fredericksburg, Virginia; Hanover, Pennsylvania; or Havre de Grace, Maryland, and travels up to 90% of the time to worksites from New York to North Carolina. Travel is in a company vehicle, typically Monday through Friday, and requires overnight stays.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Previous experience working on diesel or heavy construction equipment.
  • Experience with CAT SIS/ET or Komatsu programs.
  • Knowledge of engines, hydraulics, electronics, Tier 4 systems, and fuel systems.
  • General understanding of electrical, powertrain, and hydraulic systems.
  • Moderate usage of CAT SIS and Vulcan EMS processes.
  • Knowledge of general principles and practices of servicing heavy construction equipment.
  • Knowledge of industrial tools, their uses, and maintenance.
  • Valid driver's license and compliance with Federal and State driver regulations.
  • Willingness to work overtime and extended hours depending on customer and company demands, including weekends.
  • Ability to work outside in all types of weather and tolerate exposure to loud noises.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Nice To Haves

  • Additional vocational or trade-school training in a mechanical field.
  • Experience with aggregate equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose and repair diesel engines and related equipment, including air systems, oil systems, and cooling systems.
  • Troubleshoot fuel systems and perform diagnostic tests using manufacturer software.
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose circuit faults.
  • Disassemble and assemble fuel-system pumps and lines.
  • Troubleshoot Tier 4 systems.
  • Perform routine maintenance on diesel equipment, including oil changes, filter replacements, and fluid checks.
  • Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical problems.
  • Inspect diesel equipment and related equipment for safety and compliance issues.
  • Keep up to date on diesel equipment technology.
  • Follow safety procedures and regulations.
  • Travel to worksites throughout the Northeast Division and occasionally beyond.

Benefits

  • $1,500 employee referral bonus eligibility.
  • $1,500 sign-on bonus eligibility.
  • Discretionary bonus or equity package.

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