Diesel Technician

Ballard Truck Center

Johnston (RI)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 64,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Tool Allowance

Boot Allowance

Competitive Pay

Paid Vacation

Sick Time

9 Paid Holidays

401(k) Plan

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

FSAs

Uniforms

Job summary

Ballard Truck Center in Johnston, RI is seeking a Diesel Technician to perform tractor and trailer repairs, diagnostics, and routine rebuilds following SOPs. You will handle preventive maintenance, electrical work, engine components, brakes, steering, and transmissions, communicating status to shop personnel. A strong mechanical aptitude and teamwork are required.

This position offers competitive pay and benefits including tool allowance, vacations, health insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of relevant diesel technician experience.
Ability to perform tractor/trailer repairs and preventive maintenance.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

Perform repair and replacement of truck components and wiring as per SOPs.
Diagnose issues using diagnostic tools and road-test vehicles as needed.
Conduct preventive maintenance including lubrication, filters, and inspections.
Repair or replace engines, transmissions, brakes, and driveline components.
Maintain clean work area and complete required paperwork.

Skills

Diesel repair

Electrical

Brake systems

Diagnostics

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Computer basics

Tool use

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical diesel certification

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Shop equipment

Computerized testing tools

Job description

Ballard Truck Center is a family-owned business providing the best experience in the full-service commercial trucks industry in the northeast. Ballard’s dedicated team of technicians and representatives have earned them the title of #1 in Customer Satisfaction in the US by Volvo Trucks and Mack Trucks USA Dealer of the Year time and time again. Whether it is sales, service, parts, leasing, or rentals – Ballard’s been keeping the community rolling for over 100 years.

Ballard Truck Center in Johnston, RI has immediate openings for Diesel Technicians.

Job Overview

The Diesel Technician will be responsible for performing all tractor and trailer repairing estimation diagnosis and correction following standard operating procedures (SOP’s). Completes routine rebuilds and replacements, makes best value and safety decisions to continue to operate, repair or replace, and performs technical repairs and/or replacement.

Duties & Responsibilities – Diesel Technician

Follows workplace and vehicle safety procedures consistently.
Follows MSDS training and guidelines.
Able to perform proper Preventive Maintenance - lube, filters, inspection – includes truck appearance, interior and exterior, cab related, safety, security
Basic electrical – repair and replace starters/alternators/batteries
Inspect & replace basic engine components
Proficient at brake diagnostic/repair& replace/adjustments
Direct/Indirect labor accountability (completing personal paperwork)
Follow good housekeeping standards
Inspect & replace drive line components
Remove and replace transmission and clutch (R&R)
Advanced and continually upgrading tools
Valve and injector adjustments
Remove and replace steering & chassis components
Basic welding & cutting 20. Fifth wheel service and rebuild/ king pin wear
Remove & replace all engines
Diagnostic Computer Skills
Citation corrections/ sign off
May perform accident repairs on tractors or trailers
Responsible for completing all franchise mandated training (online and on site –travel may be required)
Must be able to communicate with internal customers (i.e. other shop associates, drivers, other maintenance shops, etc.) on such things as stances, wait times, reasons for repair decisions and status updates.
Perform any other duties as required.