Diesel Tech I

H-E-B; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

H-E-B Transportation Fleet is seeking a Diesel Technician to support routine diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and repairs on tractors, trailers, and related systems. You will work in a team to keep our equipment safe and available for daily operations.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and 1–2 years of fleet/mechanical experience, with welding skills preferred and a plan to pursue certification for the next technician level.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of trade school or 1+ years of fleet/mechanical experience.
• Experience as a tractor mechanic.
• Welding skills preferred.
• Actively pursuing required certification for next Technician level.

Responsibilities

• 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 Diesel Tech duties.

Skills

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Welding

Safety procedures

Problem solving

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade school or apprenticeship

Job description

H-E-B's Transportation Fleet is proof of our excellence in logistics: our Drivers and Support teams ensure 475 tractors and 3,530 trailers move over 73 million miles every year to ensure our Customers get the products they want in the manner they want to shop, pay for, and receive them.

H-E-B's Transportation Fleet is proof of our excellence in logistics: our Drivers and Support teams ensure 475 tractors and 3,530 trailers move over 73 million miles every year to ensure our Customers get the products they want in the manner they want to shop, pay for, and receive them.

Do You Have a

• HEART FOR PEOPLE... ability to work in a team environment?
• HEAD FOR BUSINESS... mechanical aptitude?
• PASSION FOR RESULTS... drive to apply your technical knowledge to safe operations?

What is the work?

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 Diesel Tech duties

What is your background?

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of trade school or
• 1+ years of fleet/mechanical experience
• Experience as a tractor mechanic
• A skilled level of welding (preferred)
• Actively pursuing required certification for next Technician level

Compensation

• hourly pay varies based on experience and Tech level offered

Availability

• open availability required (days, nights and weekends)

Do you have what it takes to be a fit as an H-E-B Diesel Technician?

• Meet H-E-B driving qualifications - required to obtain/provide MVR driving record upon offer
• Working knowledge of all shop safety requirements
• Familiarity with general preventative maintenance and safety procedures
• Computer skills
• General mechanical aptitude
• Ability to obtain a valid Texas Commercial Driver's License within 6 months

Can you...

• 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
• Complete TMT training
• Obtain the minimum expected tool set
• Obtain state inspection DOT certification within 1 year of hire
• Obtain / maintain OEM certification in brakes, suspension, electrical, HVAC, welding, and TIA