Diesel Tech Intern

cretecarriercorp; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Crete Carrier Corp in Lincoln, Nebraska, seeks a skilled diesel mechanic to inspect, diagnose, and repair brake systems, engines, electrical components, steering, transmissions, drive trains, and tires on tractors, trailers, and refrigeration equipment. You will perform preventative maintenance, study manuals, and work with a team to ensure safety and reliability.

Must be enrolled in a Diesel Technology program and demonstrate strong communication and problem‑solving skills; physically capable

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; must be enrolled in an accredited Diesel Technology program
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
• Extensive knowledge of all aspects of vehicle repair required
• Excellent mechanical repair skills required
• Ability to read service and repair manuals required
• Ability to read work orders required
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Willingness to operate in a noisy shop environment and lift up to 100 lbs

Responsibilities

• Inspects, diagnoses, and repairs brake systems, engines, electrical components, steering, transmissions, drives, tires for tractors, trailers, and refrigeration equipment
• Performs preventive maintenance (oil changes, fluids, batteries, lights, lubrication)
• Establishes and maintains positive working relationships
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Excellent verbal and written comms

Extensive vehicle repair knowledge

Excellent mechanical repair skills

Analytical & problem-solving

Ability to visually diagnose issues

Ability to read service/repair manuals

Timely repairs execution

Read work orders

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; enrolled in Diesel Technology program

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inspects, diagnoses, and repairs brake systems, engines, electrical components, steering systems, transmissions, drive trains, and tires for tractors, trailers, and refrigeration equipment.
• Performs preventative maintenance services, including changing oil, checking fluids, inspecting batteries, testing lights, and lubricating equipment.
• Establishes and maintains positive working relationships
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Extensive knowledge of all aspects of vehicle repair
• Excellent mechanical repair skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to visually diagnose mechanical issues
• Ability to read service and repair manuals
• Ability to perform repairs in a timely fashion
• Ability to read work orders
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

High school degree or equivalent; must be enrolled in an accredited university/college program and actively pursuing a degree in Diesel Technology.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to work safely in a noisy area with many odors present
• Ability to regularly lift 50 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 100lbs.
• Must be able to inspect the vehicle to determine repairs needed
• Good vision to inspect repair work
• Must be able to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat to perform repairs and inspections

OTHER

• Safety shoes (steel or composite toe) required

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The nature of the environment is one in which the employee may come in contact with outside weather conditions, vibration, and moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold or extreme heat, and excessive noise levels.