Diesel Mechanic

Craig-and-Landreth-Auto-Grou; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) Plan

Health Plan

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Paid Vacation

Job summary

Craig & Landreth Cars in Louisville, KY is seeking a Service Technician to maintain and repair diesel vehicles at our growing location. You will start with training at a current dealership and transition to the new site.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and delivering clear estimates to service advisors and customers. ASE certification and a high school diploma are preferred, with ongoing training and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required, ASE Certification preferred.
• Strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to operate diagnostic tools.
• Experience with customer service and basic computer skills beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair work on diesel vehicles as specified.
• Diagnose and repair engine, transmission, electrical, braking, steering, and A/C systems.
• Provide labor and time estimates for additional repairs to service advisors and customers.
• Explain diagnoses and required repairs in non-technical terms to customers.
• Test-drive vehicles and validate repairs using diagnostic tools.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Hand-eye coordination

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ASE Certification

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

AC equipment

Wheel & tire equipment

Job description

About Us

Craig & Landreth Cars has been in business for 50 years.Here at Craig & Landreth, we value our employees and treat them like family. Each team member can take advantage of our ongoing training programs, advancement opportunities, and progressive culture. We love to develop your employees and promote from within. When you come to work for us, you can look forward to these added benefits and employee perks!

We are looking for ServiceTechniciansfor our new location coming aboard soon. You will start at a current dealership/facility for training.

Benefits:

• 401(K) Plan
• Health Plan
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Paid Vacation

Responsibilities:

• Automotive Diesel Mechanic perform work specified on maintenance and repair orders on Diesel Vehicles with efficiency and in accordance with dealership
• Diesel automotive mechanics diagnose and repair vehicle automotive systems including engine, transmission, electrical, steering, suspension, braking, air conditioning, etc. to specification
• Diesel Mechanics provide labor and time estimates for additional automotive repairs
• Explain diesel mechanical diagnoses and required repairs in a non-technical manner to service advisors and customers
• Continuously learn new technical information and techniques in formal training sessions in order to stay abreast of rapidly changing technology
• Inspect and test new vehicles and recording findings so that necessary repairs can be made
• Perform work specified on the repair order with efficiency and in accordance with dealership.
• Test-drive vehicles, and test components and systems, using diagnostic tools and special service equipment.
• Diagnose, maintain, and repair vehicle automotive systems including engine, transmission, electrical steering, suspension, brakes, air conditioning, etc.
• Communicate directly with the Service Advisor so that customers are informed if any additional service is needed. Provide an estimate of time needed for additional repairs.
• Execute repairs under warranty to manufacturer specifications.

Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of shop equipment such as wheel and tire equipment, alignment system, diagnostic equipment, AC equipment, etc.
• 2+ years of Service Technician experience preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent, ASE Certification required
• B level qualifications, including Diagnostic, Electrical and Engine Repair
• Dexterity, requiring a steady hand, excellent hand-eye coordination
• Mechanical and troubleshooting skills and ability to operate electronic diagnostic equipment
• Excellent customer service skills and basic computer competencies
• Positive, friendly attitude, along with an eagerness to improve
• Enjoy working in a dynamic environment
• Teammate with ability to collaborate with others effectively
• Ability to learn new technology, repair and service procedures and specifications
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment withoutregard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protectedveteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristicprotected by federal, state or local laws.