Diesel Tech - Intern

Crete Carrier Corporation; North Platte (NE); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Crete Carrier Corporation seeks a part-time, temporary Diesel Technician to support our North Platte operations. You will inspect, diagnose, and repair a range of vehicle systems on tractors, trailers, and refrigeration equipment, and perform routine maintenance.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in a Diesel Technology program, with a HS diploma and strong mechanical skills, able to read manuals and work orders, and comfortable with a busy workshop environment.

Qualifications

• Technical diagnostic and repair skills required for multiple vehicle systems.
• Strong mechanical repair abilities and tool proficiency.
• Ability to read service/repair manuals and work orders.

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 attendance; performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Vehicle diagnostics

Mechanical repair

Electrical systems

Problem solving

Reading manuals

Work orders

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; pursuing Diesel Technology degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

• 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.

• 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

Requirements

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.

Hourly

Full-Time/Part-Time

Part‑time

Regular/Temporary

Temporary

Shift Schedule

Thursday - Monday | 3:00pm-11:30pm

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