Diesel Technician

Fraley & Schilling, Inc.; Lexington (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

HSA and Employer Matching

ESOP

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Employer Paid Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401(k) and Employer Matching

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Fraley & Schilling, Inc. is seeking a Diesel Technician in Lexington, SC to perform maintenance on commercial motor vehicles.

You will inspect, diagnose, and repair components, ensuring trucks operate safely and efficiently, with a focus on preventive maintenance and daily equipment readiness. The role requires 5+ years of diesel maintenance experience, familiarity with diagnostic tools, and the ability to document activities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the Diesel Maintenance field.
• Prefer Associate degree from technical school.
• Experience with computer software maintenance (Paccar, Davie, Cummins, Wabco, Bendix, Freightliner).
• Ability to provide 3 professional references.
• Proficient computer skills and ability to diagnose and program changes.

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicles to determine condition via inspections and diagnostics.
• Perform preventive maintenance to keep equipment available.
• Repair, replace, or adjust major vehicle components and systems.
• Test drive vehicles to verify performance and adjustments.
• Maintain vehicle records and ensure safe operation.
• Keep shop equipment working by following instructions and safety rules.

Skills

Truck maintenance

Diagnostic testing

Preventive maintenance

Welding

Forklift operation

DOT inspections

Electrical systems

Parts replacement

Education

Associate degree in diesel technology

Tools

Insight Diagnostics

Diagnostic Link

Bendix

Wabco

Paccar Davie

Freightliner software

Job description

Diesel Technician

Fraley and Schilling Lexington, South Carolina, United States

About this position

Fraley & Schilling
$1,000 Sign-On Bonus - Diesel Technician in Lexington, SC*Must meet performance goals and measurements. Pay-out over 6 month period.

Position Summary

The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of mechanic maintenance on commercial motor vehicles. The primary goal is to ensure trucks and equipment are prepared safely and efficiently. Additional duties include monitoring equipment daily, performing basic cleanings, reset equipment for coming days and complete repairs for continued production.

Roles & Responsibilities

Determine vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts.

Keep equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules

Correct vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major parts or systems. Such as: A/C components, Cab and Body components, Gauges, Axles, Brake components, Steering components, Suspension components, Tires, Wheels, Drive train, Clutch, Transmission, Electrical, Charging components, Cranking components, Ignition components, Lighting components, Air Intake components, Cooling components, Exhaust components, Fuel components, Engine components, Vehicle coupling components, and APU's.

Verify vehicle performance by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems.

Maintain vehicle appearance by documenting missing parts, damages, and uncleanliness.

Maintain vehicle records by annually performing services and repairs.

Keep shop equipment operating by following operating instructions and handling with respect

Contain costs by using warranty; evaluating service and parts options

Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications.

Enhance maintenance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

Skills & Qualifications

Proficient computer skills and ability to use computer programs for diagnosing and programming changes (Insight, Diagnostic link, Bendix, Wabco)

Knowledge of Conestoga repairs

Ability to weld metal and aluminum

Ability to operate a forklift

Ability to rebuild dolly legs and doors

Ability to replace crossmembers and repair bogies

Must be able to perform preventative maintenance and DOT inspections.

Education & Experience

Prefer Associate degree from technical school

5 or more years experience in the Diesel Maintenance field

Experience with computer software maintenance with Paccar, Davie, Cummins, Wabco, Bendix, Freightliner.

Ability to provide 3 professional references

Job Type: Full-Time

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
  Health Savings Account (HSA) andEmployer MatchingEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Dental InsuranceVision InsuranceEmployer Paid Life InsuranceVoluntary Life InsuranceEmployer Paid Short-Term DisabilityLong-Term DisabilityAccident CoverageHospital Indemnity Coverage401(k) and EmployerMatchingPaid Time Off

Schedule: Monday - Friday

* Military Veterans are encouraged to apply

Fraley and Schilling provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.