Diesel Tech I

H-E-B; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

H-E-B in Corpus Christi, TX is seeking a Diesel Technician I to perform basic to mid-range diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on diesel engines and related systems. You will work in a team environment, assist with welding, and support safety and quality procedures.

Requirements include 1+ year of mechanical experience or 2+ years of trade school; ability to obtain a Texas CDL within 6 months; basic welding skills preferred; and the physical ability to lift 100 lbs and work in a shop setting.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of mechanical experience or 2+ years of trade school
• Ability to obtain Texas CDL within 6 months
• Welding skills preferred
• Familiarity with safety procedures and shop protocols
• Must have general mechanical aptitude and ability to follow instructions

Responsibilities

• Diagnostics and troubleshooting from basic to mid-range levels
• Perform basic welding
• Carry out basic repairs, maintenance, and replacements
• Work in an apprentice-style team environment
• Follow safety and quality procedures and assist in preventive maintenance

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Welding

Teamwork

Minimum tool set

Basic computer skills

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Minimum tool set

Job description

Job Description Job Summary: As a Diesel Technician I, you'll perform basic to mid-range diagnostics, troubleshooting, maintenance, and basic repairs and replacements.

Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions:

• Troubleshooting / Maintenance / Repair & Replacement: Performs basic to mid-range diagnostics and troubleshooting
• Performs basic welding
• Performs basic repairs, preventative maintenance, and replacements in assigned classification
• May work with others in an apprentice-style environment
• Performs preventative and predictive repair maintenance as assigned
• Assists in basic welding, repair, and brake systems; repairs / replaces / adjusts clutch
• Troubleshoots / repairs basic electrical systems, engine operations, trans / differential operations, air conditioning, and cooling systems
• Performs safety-sensitive tractor repairs with some degree of Trainer or Foreman assistance depending on Tech's experience
• Performs state inspections
• Performs Associate Diesel Tech duties

The responsibilities and essential functions outlined above describe the general nature and level of work assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Duties and responsibilities may be modified at any time based on business needs. Employees may be required to perform other job-related tasks as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.

Qualifications & Key Requirements:

Work Experience: 1+ years of mechanical experience or 2+ years of trade school

• Required Experience as a tractor mechanic
• Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: A skilled level of welding (preferred)
• Preferred Working knowledge of all shop safety requirements
• Required Familiarity with general preventative maintenance and safety procedures
• Required Computer skills
• Required General mechanical aptitude
• Required Obtain the minimum expected tool set
• Required Education: HS Diploma or GED or equivalent
• Required Licenses/Certifications: Ability to obtain a valid Texas Commercial Driver's License within 6 months
• Required Actively pursuing certification for next Technician level
• Required Complete TMT training
• Required Meet H-E-B driving qualifications
• Required Obtain state inspection DOT certification within 1 year of hire
• Required Obtain / maintain OEM certification in brakes, suspension, electrical, HVAC, welding, and TIA
• Required Physical Demands & Working Conditions: Work in a team environment
• Lift 100 lbs and carry a distance of 5 ft
• Work sitting, standing, stooping, bending, and in a prone position
• Work with hands over head
• Climb; work from a ladder

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Partner encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Last revised: 9/1/2013