Diesel Technician

Allegiance Fire and Rescue; Connecticut; On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive pay plan

Boot program ($150)

CDL costs coverage

Job summary

Allegiance Fire and Rescue is hiring a Diesel Technician to service vehicles and equipment with fault finding, electrical and diagnostic work. You will read repair orders, perform complex repairs on trucks, engines and components, and ensure proper installation of parts including injectors and transmissions.

The role requires 1–2 years in diesel tech, a full toolset, a valid driver’s license, and basic PC literacy.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years minimum work experience as a Medium/Heavy Diesel Technician.
• Must possess a full set of personal hand tools.
• Completed diesel/automotive certificate programs or equivalent hands-on experience.
• High school diploma or GED; vocational/technical repair certification preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical service on vehicles and equipment including troubleshooting, electrical and diagnostic services.
• Read Repair Orders and perform general and detailed repair of all trucks, engines and components.
• Install injectors, pistons, liners, cam shafts, cylinder heads, rods, bearings, oil pans, clutches, and brakes; replace transmissions and other parts.
• Examine guards, bolts and safety devices on trucks and adjust as needed.
• Lubricate moving parts and drive repaired vehicle to verify conformance to specifications.
• Advise Service staff if additional repair work is necessary.
• Tag all return warranty parts; maintain a neat, safe work environment; use tools properly.
• Follow safe work practices and seek assistance when needed.
• Other projects/initiatives as assigned.

Skills

Positive attitude

Mechanical aptitude

Brand experience encouraged

PC literacy

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Diesel/automotive certificate programs

Tools

Personal hand tools

PC / basic applications

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