Diesel Technician

Maintenance; California (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A vehicle maintenance provider in California is seeking a qualified technician to perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on trucks and tractors. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and extensive knowledge of vehicle systems and tools. Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment are essential.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of all hand, air and power tools required for this industry.
• Clean MVR is required.
• Basic understanding of welding and Oxy/Acetylene cutting procedures.
• Strong truck/trailer repair knowledge and clean MVR.

Responsibilities

• Provides preventive maintenance and DOT Inspection.
• Diagnoses and repairs tractors and trucks.
• Road tests vehicles to diagnose issues.
• Removes broken parts and replaces with new or reconditioned parts.
• Road tests vehicles to diagnose issues and ensure a safe operating vehicle.
• Uses hydraulic jacks to raise equipment.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Knowledge of hand, air and power tools

Diagnostic and repair skills

Effective communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school education or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Welding/Oxy-fuel

Job description

Overview

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Responsibilities

• Provides preventive maintenance and DOT Inspection using the correct procedures and guidelines.
• Diagnoses and repairs tractors and trucks using well-established policies and procedures, as well as hand and power tools; this includes, but is not limited to, various types of braking systems (hydraulic, air, disc), electrical systems, clutches, air conditioning and heating systems and instruments and gauges, steering mechanisms, wheels, tires, batteries.
• Identifies parts and/or systems for repair; repairs or replaces, as appropriate.
• Removes broken parts and replaces with new or reconditioned parts.
• Road tests vehicles to diagnosis issues and ensure a safe operating vehicle.
• Uses hydraulic jacks to raise equipment.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• High school education or GED
• In-depth knowledge of all hand, air and power tools required for this industry
• Basic understanding and knowledge of welding and Oxy/Acetylene cutting procedures
• Overall complete knowledge with comprehensive truck/trailer repair.
• Extensive diagnostic and repair knowledge including all areas of discipline manufactured with various OEs.
• Clean MVR
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment