2nd Shift Diesel Technician

Allegiance Truck Centers; Olyphant (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Technician incentive pay

Boot program

CDL cost coverage

Job summary

Allegiance Truck Centers in Lackawanna County, PA is seeking a Diesel Technician to service trucks and equipment, perform troubleshooting and electrical/diagnostic work, and ensure quality repairs in a shop setting.

You will read repair orders, install components, verify repairs, and maintain safety standards while supporting the service team. A valid CDL is helpful, and a basic tool set is required with 1–2 years of diesel technician experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of work experience as a medium and/or heavy diesel technician.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have or develop knowledge of commercial truck and engine repair.
• Must have completed diesel/ automotive certificate programs or equivalent hands-on experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical service on vehicles and equipment including troubleshooting, electrical and diagnostic services.
• Read Repair Orders and perform general and detailed repair of trucks, engines and components.
• Install injectors, pistons, liners, cam shafts, cylinder heads, bearings, oil pans, clutches, hubs, differentials, fifth wheels, brakes and transmissions.
• Examine guards, bolts and safety devices on trucks and adjust as needed.
• Lubricate moving parts and drive to verify repairs meet specifications.
• Advise Service staff if additional repair work is necessary.
• Tag warranty parts and maintain a clean, safe work environment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Positive attitude

Valid driver’s license

PC literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational/Technical certification in vehicle repair

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Add On Benefits for Diesel Technician:

• An industry-leading performance-based Technician Incentive pay plan that rewards you for your contribution!
• $150 Annual Redwing Boot Program
• CDL and renewal costs may be covered

Job Responsibilities for Diesel Technician:

• Provide technical service on vehicles and equipment including troubleshooting, electrical and diagnostic services
• Read Repair Orders and be able to perform general and detailed repair of all trucks, engines and components
• Install injectors, pistons, liners, cam shafts, cylinder heads, rod & main bearings, oil pans, clutches, fan hubs, differentials, fifth wheels, brakes, change/ recharge batteries, and replace transmissions and other parts
• Examine protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices on trucks, and adjust as needed
• Lubricate moving parts and drive repaired vehicle to verify conformance to specifications and verification repairs
• Advise the Service staff if additional repair work is necessary
• Tag all return warranty parts
• Maintain a neat, orderly, and safe work environment, and handle company tools properly
• Follow safe work practices and procedures, use safety equipment when required, responds to suggestions for working safely and seeks assistance when necessary
• Other projects/initiatives as assigned

Required Skills for Diesel Technician:

• Positive attitude, motivated with mechanical aptitude
• Candidates with International, Isuzu, Ford, Cummins, Detroit Diesel, CAT, Allison, or other brand experience such as Freightliner, Volvo, Mack, Kenworth or Peterbilt are encouraged to apply!
• 1-2 years minimum work experience as a Medium and/or Heavy Diesel Technician
• Valid driver’s license
• Must possess a full set of personal hand tools
• Must have, or be able to develop through training, a detailed knowledge of commercial truck and engine repair
• Must have successfully completed appropriate diesel/ automotive certificate programs in repairs and service, or equivalent hands-on experience
• Able to use a personal computer and basic applications
• Minimum of High School Diploma/ GED, Vocational or Technical certification in vehicle repair is preferred