Diesel Technician

Hogan; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hogan Transportation, a centennial North American carrier, seeks a skilled maintenance technician to diagnose and repair Hogan tractor and truck equipment, following DOT inspection procedures and using proper shop tooling.

You will diagnose braking, electrical, HVAC and steering systems, replace worn components, and road-test vehicles to ensure safety. Strong teamwork and a clean MVR are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Depth knowledge of hand, air and power tools required.
• Welding and Oxy/Acetylene cutting procedures knowledge.
• Extensive diagnostic and repair knowledge of trucks and trailers.
• Clean MVR; strong teamwork and communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, diagnosis and repair on Hogan tractors and trucks.
• Use proper procedures and guidelines for DOT inspections.
• Diagnose braking, electrical, HVAC, instruments and steering systems.
• Identify parts, replace worn components and road-test trucks.
• Operate hydraulic jacks and other shop tools.
• Collaborate with team to ensure safe operation.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Communication

Vehicle knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Air and power tools

Welding

Oxy/Acetylene cutting

Hydraulic jacks

Job description

Hogan Transportation is a 100-year-old full-service, multi-faceted transportation company operating throughout North America with a tradition of unparalleled, personalized service to clients, utilizing first-class equipment and advanced technology

Job Summary

Provides required maintenance, including diagnosis and repair for Hogan tractor and truck equipment. Includes the removal, replacement and repair of any an all components of the tractor or truck.

Essential Duties and 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Clean MVR
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position.

O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hours/day)

F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hours/day)

C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hours/day)