Diesel Mechanic Technician

Hunter Truck; Colchester (VT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $5,000

Competitive pay

Training and advancement

Job summary

Hunter Truck in Colchester, VT is hiring a Diesel Mechanic Technician of all skill levels. This is a full-time role with daylight hours at 41 Hercules Dr, Colchester, VT 05446.

Sign-On Bonus: Earn up to $5,000 for Expert and Master-Level Diesel Technicians! You’ll diagnose, repair, and maintain diesel-powered vehicles and equipment, collaborate with the parts department, document all work, and stay current on manufacturer bulletins.

Qualifications

• Entry-level to 5+ years in the field considered.
• Valid Driver’s License required; must meet company insurability standards.
• One-year certificate from college or vocational/technical school, or equivalent hands-on experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain diesel-powered vehicles and equipment.
• Perform minor to advanced repairs as outlined on the repair order.
• Diagnose causes of malfunctions and complete repairs as directed by a supervisor.
• Assist other technicians on major repairs.
• Communicate with the parts department to obtain needed parts.
• Save and tag warranty or customer-requested parts.
• Examine vehicles for additional safety or service needs.
• Document all work performed and recommended, including warranty information.
• Road test vehicles as required or refer to test technician.
• Stay current on manufacturer technical bulletins.
• Follow all federal, state, and local regulations, and adhere to Hunter Truck safety policies.
• Handle complex mechanical and electrical issues with minimal supervision.
• Perform electrical and/or air conditioning system repairs.
• Perform major component repairs and/or overhauls.

Skills

Diagnose malfunctions

Repair and maintenance

Electrical systems

Education

One-year certificate from college or vocational/technical school

Valid Driver’s License

Job description

NOW HIRING: Diesel Mechanic Technician - All Skill Levels!

At Hunter Truck, our people are the heart of everything we do, and we’re excited to grow our team! Since 1938, our family-owned Peterbilt dealership has built its reputation on integrity, teamwork, and outstanding service across Pennsylvania, West Virginia, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, and New Hampshire. If you’re looking for a place where your ideas matter, your growth is encouraged, and your work truly makes an impact, you’ll thrive here.

Come build your career with a team that invests in you from day one.

Hiring Entry-level technicians up to Master-level technicians!

POSITION AT A GLANCE

Location: Colchester, VT

Position Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Daylight Hours

Address: 41 Hercules Dr, Colchester, VT 05446

Sign-On Bonus: Earn up to $5,000 for Expert and Master-Level Diesel Technicians!

What You’ll Do

As a Diesel Mechanic Technician, you’ll be diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining diesel-powered vehicles and equipment.

• Perform minor to advanced repairs as outlined on the repair order
• Diagnose causes of malfunctions and complete repairs as directed by a supervisor
• Assist other technicians on major repairs
• Communicate with the parts department to obtain needed parts
• Save and tag warranty or customer-requested parts
• Examine vehicles for additional safety or service needs
• Document all work performed and recommended, including warranty information
• Road test vehicles as required or refer to test technician
• Keep work area, service truck, and customer vehicles clean and organized
• Report machinery defects or malfunctions to supervisor
• Stay current on manufacturer technical bulletins
• Follow all federal, state, and local regulations, and adhere to Hunter Truck safety policies

Expert To Master Levels Will Also

• Handle complex mechanical and electrical issues with minimal supervision
• Performs electrical and/or air conditioning system repairs.
• Performs major component repairs and/or overhauls

What You Bring

• Education & Experience: We’re hiring technicians at all experience levels—from entry-level candidates with up to 3 years of experience to highly skilled professionals with 5+ years in the field.
• Certificates & Licenses: Valid Driver’s License required; must meet company insurability standards. A one-year certificate from a college or vocational/technical school, or an equivalent combination of education and hands-on experience, is preferred.
• Physical Requirements: Regular standing and use of hands; frequent walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; regularly lift/move up to 50 lbs, frequently up to 100 lbs, and occasionally more than 100 lbs. Vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

WHY WORK WITH US

• Your hard work earns real rewards with competitive pay and bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package to keep you and your family covered - including medical, dental, vision, FSA and a variety of optional benefits!
• 401(k) with company match because your future matters
• Competitive Paid Time Off and paid holidays!
• Your success is our priority. We offer training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities
• A supportive, team first culture where you’re never just a number
• A legacy of stability in a company that is family-owned and trusted since 1938

Hunter Truck is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive workplace for all employees.