Diesel Technician

Crawford Thomas Recruiting; City of Batavia (NY); On-site; USD 41,328 - 48,216; Full time

Job summary

Crawford Thomas Recruiting is seeking an automotive Service Technician for a family-owned truck dealership in the New York area. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain DTNA and vendor vehicles in line with manufacturer standards, review repair orders, and document work progress.

You will use OEM diagnostic tools, follow safety regulations, participate in manufacturer training, and coordinate with parts and service teams to ensure timely repairs.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical training preferred; equivalent experience accepted.
• 2–4 years related experience.
• Ability to lift up to 120 lbs and perform frequent bending and twisting.
• Complete Daimler Trucks and Detroit Diesel certification within one year.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair vehicles efficiently and accurately.
• Review repair orders for correct details (VIN, mileage, payment/warranty status).
• Use approved diagnostic software and troubleshooting methods.
• Coordinate with parts department and service team for needed components.
• Perform inspections and identify additional repair needs.
• Document all work clearly and completely.
• Keep tools, equipment, and work areas safe and organized.
• Participate in ongoing manufacturer training.
• Comply with all safety, environmental, and company policies.

Skills

Diagnose vehicles

Repair vehicles

Use diagnostic software

Safety compliance

Training participation

Education

Associate degree or technical training

Tools

OEM diagnostic tools

Job description

Company Overview

Our client is a family-owned truck dealership providing sales, parts, and service for trucks, street sweepers, and trailers, with a focus on exceptional customer service and continuous improvement.

Compensation & Benefits

Our client offers a competitive hourly rate of $30-35/hr. + Overtime (Flexible/Negotiable DOE). Employees receive company-paid life insurance, health coverage, 401K with match and profit sharing, paid holidays, vacation, sick time, uniforms, paid training and certification fees, company events, and weekly direct deposit pay.

Shift Schedule

7:00am-3:30pm or 8:00am-4:30pm ET

Position Summary

This role works in the Service Department to diagnose, repair, and maintain DTNA and vendor vehicles in line with dealership and manufacturer standards. Duties include reviewing repair orders, identifying and fixing malfunctions, ordering and handling parts, documenting work, performing inspections, and ensuring vehicles are clean and secure. Technicians use OEM diagnostic tools, follow safety regulations, and stay up to date with training.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair vehicles efficiently and accurately.
• Review repair orders for correct details (VIN, mileage, payment/warranty status).
• Use approved diagnostic software and troubleshooting methods.
• Coordinate with parts department and service team for needed components.
• Perform inspections and identify additional repair needs.
• Document all work clearly and completely.
• Keep tools, equipment, and work areas safe and organized.
• Participate in ongoing manufacturer training.
• Comply with all safety, environmental, and company policies.

Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 120 lbs and perform frequent bending and twisting.
• Associate degree or technical training preferred; equivalent experience accepted.
• 2–4 years related experience.
• Complete Daimler Trucks and Detroit Diesel certification within one year.
• Strong reading, writing, math, and problem-solving skills.
• Maintain a clean, professional appearance.