Service Technician B

Bham AL Freightliner; Saltley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Peach State Truck Centers seeks an experienced heavy-duty truck technician to diagnose, repair, and service Freightliner trucks in a fast-paced shop environment. You will perform complex engine and electrical repairs, test drives, and maintain accurate work orders while upholding safety standards.

The role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and problem-solving skills, with a focus on quality workmanship and adherence to OEM guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Some college preferred but not required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair truck systems using hand and power tools.
• Test drives and inspections to verify proper operation after repairs.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and document time punches accurately.
• Follow OEM and company guidelines and warranty procedures.
• Ensure parts are tagged and work orders are completed per instructions.
• Maintain customer vehicle cleanliness during and after repair work.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Basic Writing Skills

Communication

Basic Math Skillls

Problem-Solving

Time Management

Education

High School diploma or better

Some college or better

Job description

Description

Position Summary:

Responsible for performing maintenance on trucks from class 5 through class 8 vehicles and recreational vehicles per OEM and company guideline.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Diagnoses and repairs various truck systems using hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment, and jacks and hoists.

Repairs:Major Engine Oil Leaks, Drivetrain Repairs, Fuels Systems (Pump and Injectors), Anti-Lock Brakes, Engine Geartrain Repairs, Troubleshooting, Steering System, Transmission Synchronizer, Advanced Cab and Chassis Electrical Repair, Engine Electronics Diagnostics and Repair, Vehicle Electronic Systems Diagnostics and Repair, Camshaft R/R, Cylinder Head R/R, Cylinder Liner R/R, Transmission Electronics Diagnostics and Repair, Failure Analysis, Inter Axle Differential Overhaul, Transmission Rear Section Overhaul

• Ensures that repairs are completed with complete and accurate manner as per supervisor or work order instructions.
• Maintains correct time punches and work order processes.
• Maintains efficiency standards and attendance policy as required.
• Tags all parts as required and follows all warranty procedures set for the by each OEM
• Test drive trucks to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly.
• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts, and pressure gauges
• Keeps work area clean and free of debris.
• Keeps customer vehicle clean during repair process and after repairs are complete.

Required:

• Must complete 100% of on-line Freightliner Technician Training to become Systems
• Certified in Cascadia, M-2, Western Star, DT12, Detroit Axles, CNG Systems
• Possess a valid CDL license for the state of Georgia (May be waived if medical waiver is produced)
• Possess valid A/C certification
• Complete and pass 100% of specified Freightliner Training
• Complete and pass 100% of specified Freightliner Training

OR

• Possess ASE Master Heavy Duty Truck Technician certification
• Possess a valid CDL license for the state of Georgia
• Possess valid A/C certification

This position is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening. The background check may include verification of criminal history, employment history, educational credentials, and professional references.

Peach State Truck Centers is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Attention to Detail

Expert

Basic Writing Skills

Expert

Communication

Expert

Basic Math Skillls

Expert

Problem-Solving

Expert

Time Management

Expert

Education

Preferred

High School or better.

Some college or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

CDL

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