Diesel Technician

Colonial Group; Colchester (VT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based pay plan

$150 Annual Boot Program

CDL renewal costs covered

Job summary

Colonial Group in Vermont is seeking a Diesel Technician to service trucks and equipment, including troubleshooting, electrical and diagnostic work. You will read repair orders and perform repairs on engines and components, install parts, inspect safety devices, and drive tested vehicles to verify repairs.

The ideal candidate has 1-2 years of diesel tech experience, a valid driver's license, and a full set of tools.

Qualifications

• Must have mechanical aptitude and a positive attitude.
• 1-2 years minimum experience as a Medium/Heavy Diesel Technician.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Must possess a full set of personal hand tools.
• Certificate programs in diesel/auto repair preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical service on vehicles and equipment including troubleshooting, electrical and diagnostic services.
• Read Repair Orders and perform general and detailed repair of trucks, engines, and components.
• Install injectors, pistons, liners, cam shafts, etc. and replace transmissions and other parts.
• Inspect safety devices and adjust as needed; drive repaired vehicle to verify repairs.
• Maintain a neat, safe work environment and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Positive attitude

Valid driver's license

Read repair orders

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational or Technical certification in vehicle repair

Tools

Personal hand tools

Job description

Add On Benefits for Diesel Technician:

• An industry-leading performance-based Technician Incentive pay plan that rewards you for your contribution!
• $150 Annual Redwing Boot Program
• CDL and renewal costs may be covered

Job Responsibilities for Diesel Technician:

• Provide technical service on vehicles and equipment including troubleshooting, electrical and diagnostic services
• Read Repair Orders and be able to perform general and detailed repair of all trucks, engines and components
• Install injectors, pistons, liners, cam shafts, cylinder heads, rod & main bearings, oil pans, clutches, fan hubs, differentials, fifth wheels, brakes, change/ recharge batteries, and replace transmissions and other parts
• Examine protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices on trucks, and adjust as needed
• Lubricate moving parts and drive repaired vehicle to verify conformance to specifications and verification repairs
• Advise the Service staff if additional repair work is necessary
• Tag all return warranty parts
• Maintain a neat, orderly, and safe work environment, and handle company tools properly
• Follow safe work practices and procedures, use safety equipment when required, responds to suggestions for working safely and seeks assistance when necessary
• Other projects/initiatives as assigned

Required Skills for Diesel Technician:

• Positive attitude, motivated with mechanical aptitude
• Candidates with International, Isuzu, Ford, Cummins, Detroit Diesel, CAT, Allison, or other brand experience such as Freightliner, Volvo, Mack, Kenworth or Peterbilt are encouraged to apply!
• 1-2 years minimum work experience as a Medium and/or Heavy Diesel Technician
• Valid driver's license
• Must possess a full set of personal hand tools
• Must have, or be able to develop through training, a detailed knowledge of commercial truck and engine repair
• Must have successfully completed appropriate diesel/ automotive certificate programs in repairs and service, or equivalent hands-on experience
• Able to use a personal computer and basic applications
• Minimum of High School Diploma/ GED, Vocational or Technical certification in vehicle repair is preferred

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