Diesel Mechanic

ZipRecruiter; Reading; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation company in Reading seeks a skilled technician for diesel engine diagnostics and repairs. Responsibilities include performing diagnostic tests, repairing vehicle engines, and maintaining inventory records. Candidates must possess a Class A CDL and have hands-on experience with medium- and heavy-duty trucks. Competitive benefits are offered to ensure a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Paid parental leave

Education assistance program

Various healthcare plan options

401(k)

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Familiar with all DOT regulations and truck operations.
• Reliable and consistent attendance record.

Responsibilities

• Perform and interpret diagnostic tests on diesel engines and truck systems.
• Repair or replace vehicle engines, transmissions, braking systems.
• Maintain records of parts inventory and serviced vehicles.

Skills

Experience servicing medium- and heavy-duty trucks

Superior knowledge of maintenance tools and repair equipment

Excellent problem-solving skills

In-depth knowledge of diesel engine components

Effective collaboration and communication skills

Proficiency in the use of diesel engine diagnostic software

Education

Class A CDL

Accreditation to perform Federal DOT and PA State inspections

Tools

Mechanical and electrical power tools

Job description

Your Role

• Perform and interpret diagnostic tests on diesel engines and truck systems
• Inspect vehicle systems, including suspensions, steering & exhausts
• After fully diagnosing issues, prepare work plans and consult customers
• Repair or replace vehicle engines, transmissions, braking systems
• Test drive repaired vehicles to gauge performance
• Collaborate with team members to ensure vehicle is operating safely & efficiently
• Maintain records of parts inventory and serviced vehicles

Your Profile

• Class A CDL
• Sign documentation to meet DOT regulations and company requirements
• Pass driver\'s physical and applicable tests associated with driving a service truck
• Familiar with all DOT regulations and truck operations
• Meet DOT regulatory & company requirements for operating company vehicles
• Occasional overtime
• Experience servicing medium- and heavy-duty trucks. Preference given to Freightliner, Cummins, Detroit, PACCAR trained technicians
• Accreditation to perform Federal DOT and PA State inspections
• Reliable and consistent attendance record
• In-depth knowledge of diesel engine components and operational mechanisms
• Superior knowledge of maintenance tools and repair equipment, including mechanical and electric power tools
• Proficient in diesel engine diagnostic software
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Advanced knowledge of a vehicle, its electrical system, and the mechanisms of a diesel engine
• In-depth knowledge of diesel engine components and operational mechanisms
• Superior knowledge of maintenance tools and repair equipment
• Comfortable using mechanical and electrical power tools
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Keen attention to detail
• Basic knowledge of computer systems and other relevant electronics
• Proficiency in the use of diesel engine diagnostic software
• A valid driver\'s license
• Good interpersonal skills
• Effective collaboration and communication skills

Our Offer

• We aim to create an environment where the best people want to work, where they can turn their passion into their job and realize their full potential.
• Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to help our employees grow in their careers.
• Paid parental leave
• Education assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Various healthcare plan options as well as 401(k)

Brenntag and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to any category protected by federal, state or local law, including as applicable, applicant\'s actual or perceived race, creed, or expression (including transgender status), childbirth, lactation and related medical condition, genetic information, military service, ancestry, citizenship status, age, veteran status, physical or mental condition, protected medical condition as defined by applicable federal, state or local law, political affiliation, marital status, membership in an employee organization, parental status, expunged juvenile record, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Brenntag will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested. When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or otherwise reference your race, age, genetic, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. This application is considered current for sixty (60) days only. At the end of this period, if you are still interested in employment, it will be necessary for you to reapply by completing a new application.

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