Diesel Mechanic

Allegiance Fire and Rescue; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive pay plan

Boot program

CDL costs covered

Job summary

Allegiance Fire and Rescue in New York is seeking a Diesel Technician to service trucks and equipment, troubleshooting, electrical and diagnostic work, and perform detailed repairs per repair orders.

You will install components, inspect safety devices, maintain a clean, safe work area, and coordinate with the service staff for additional work. A full set of personal hand tools and a valid driver’s license are required; diesel/automotive certificates are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have mechanical aptitude and a valid driver’s license.
• Experience with diesel/automotive repair and diagnostics is preferred.
• Ability to read and follow repair orders and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical service on vehicles and equipment including troubleshooting, electrical and diagnostic services.
• Read Repair Orders and perform general and detailed repair of all trucks, engines and components.
• Install injectors, pistons, liners, cam shafts, cylinder heads, bearings, oil pans, clutches, brakes, batteries and transmissions.
• Inspect and adjust safety devices on trucks as required.
• Lubricate moving parts and verify repairs by road testing.
• Advise Service staff if additional repair work is necessary.
• Maintain a neat, safe work environment and handle tools properly.
• Follow safe work practices and seek assistance when necessary.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Positive attitude

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Diesel / automotive certificate programs

Tools

Personal 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