Diesel Mechanic

Colonial Group; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive pay plan

Boot program

CDL renewal coverage

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a Diesel Technician to provide technical service on trucks and equipment, including troubleshooting, electrical and diagnostic work. You will read repair orders and perform comprehensive repairs on engines and components, install major parts, inspect safety devices, and ensure proper lubrication while driving the vehicle to verify repairs.

The position requires 1–2 years of diesel technician experience, a valid driver's license, a full toolset, and completion of

Qualifications

• Must have mechanical aptitude and a positive attitude.
• 1–2 years minimum work experience as a Medium/Heavy Diesel Technician.
• Must possess a full set of personal hand tools.
• Knowledge of commercial truck and engine repair.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical service on vehicles and equipment including troubleshooting, electrical and diagnostic services.
• Read Repair Orders and perform repair of trucks, engines and components.
• Install injectors, pistons, liners, cam shafts, cylinder heads, bearings, oil pans, clutches, brakes, batteries and transmissions.
• Examine guards and safety devices and adjust as needed.
• Lubricate moving parts and drive vehicle to verify conformance to specs.
• Advise Service staff if additional repair work is necessary.
• Tag all return warranty parts.
• Maintain a neat, safe work environment and use company tools properly.
• Follow safety practices and seek assistance when necessary.
• Other projects/initiatives as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Positive attitude

1–2 years experience as Diesel Tech

Valid driver’s license

Full set of personal hand tools

Industrial diesel repair knowledge

Computer literacy

High school diploma/GED

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Technical certification / diesel certificate

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