Experienced Diesel Technician

Peterbilt of Atlanta; Georgia; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) match

Ongoing free training and certifications

Paid holidays and expanded PTO

Paid holidays and expanded PTO

Free training and certifications

Job summary

An established automotive service provider in Georgia is seeking a skilled Diesel Technician. The position involves diagnosing and servicing diesel trucks, with growth opportunities and strong support culture. Candidates should have at least three years of experience and a high school diploma. This full-time role offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including training and certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of diesel truck service experience.
• Ability to read and interpret service instructions and technical manuals.
• Willingness to submit to a background check and drug screen.
• Proficiency with power and hand tools, safety procedures, and equipment operation.
• Ability to read and interpret service instructions, diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Professional appearance and excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent customer service while diagnosing and servicing diesel trucks.
• Conduct visual inspections and perform warranty and preventive maintenance repairs.
• Document and communicate effectively with customers and team members.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Proficiency with power and hand tools

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Computer diagnostics experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Welding equipment

Test equipment

Hoist operation

Job description

Diesel Technician – Peterbilt of Atlanta

We are seeking a skilled Diesel Technician to join our team at Peterbilt of Atlanta.

Why Work With Us?

• Strong, supportive team culture built on 23 key fundamentals.
• Growth opportunities across eight Georgia locations with a proven track record of promotions from within.
• Ongoing free training and certifications (MX, Cummins, Peterbilt).
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, FSA/HSA, supplemental plans, 401(k) match, paid holidays and expanded PTO.

Position Information

• Deliver excellent customer service while diagnosing and servicing diesel trucks.
• Conduct visual inspections, remove parts and attachments, perform warranty and preventive maintenance repairs, repair lights and wiring, weld, cut, and complete other mechanical repairs.
• Responsibility for accurate documentation and communication with customers, vendors, and team members.

Compensation

Full-time, 40 hours per week with eligibility for overtime. Successful candidates may qualify for a flat‑rate compensation plan and a monthly upsell incentive bonus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum three years of diesel truck service and computer diagnostics experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and technical ability.
• Proficiency with power and hand tools, safety procedures, and equipment operation.
• Ability to read and interpret service instructions, diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Professional appearance and excellent oral and written communication skills.

Physical Demands

Position requires standing for 6–8 hours per shift, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, lifting parts up to 70 pounds multiple times, and operating hoist and test equipment. Exposure to noise, vibration, dust, exhaust fumes, and other hazardous materials is expected.

All applicants must be willing to submit to a background check and post‑offer drug screen.