Diesel Mechanic

Colonial Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a skilled Diesel Technician to service and repair trucks and engines. You"ll troubleshoot electrical systems, read repair orders, and perform detailed repairs on components and drivetrains.

A wide range of parts installation and preventive maintenance tasks are required, along with maintaining a safe workspace. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of diesel technician experience, own a tool set, and possess or are willing to complete diesel/ automotive certificate programs.

Qualifications

• Requires positive attitude and mechanical competence.
• Candidates with brand experience (Isuzu, Ford, Cummins, Detroit Diesel, CAT, Allison, Freightliner, Volvo, Mack, Kenworth, Peterbilt) encouraged to apply.
• 1–2 years minimum experience as a medium/heavy diesel technician.
• Must possess a full set of personal hand tools.
• Knowledge of commercial truck and engine repair preferred or gained via training.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical service including troubleshooting, electrical and diagnostic work.
• Read Repair Orders and perform repairs on trucks, engines, and components.
• Install injectors, pistons, liners, cam shafts, bearings, gears and other parts.
• Check safety devices and guards on trucks and adjust as needed.
• Lubricate and road-test repaired vehicles to verify repairs.
• Advise Service staff if additional work is needed.
• Tag return warranty parts and maintain a safe work environment.
• Follow safety procedures and seek assistance when necessary.
• Assist with other projects as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Personal hand tools

Diesel engine repair

Positive attitude

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Diesel/ automotive certificate programs

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 #ATDRVR4