Diesel Technician

Allegiance Truck Centers; New York; On-site; USD 52,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading incentive pay plan

Boot program $150 value

CDL renewal costs covered

Job summary

Allegiance Truck Centers is seeking a Diesel Technician to perform diagnostics, electrical and mechanical repairs on trucks and engines. You’ll read repair orders and complete detailed repairs, install components, and verify work by test-driving repaired vehicles.

Qualified candidates have 1–2 years of diesel technician experience, a valid driver’s license, and a full set of hand tools. Certifications in diesel/automotive repair are preferred and PC use is required.

Qualifications

• Must have a positive attitude and mechanical aptitude.
• Candidates should have 1–2 years of medium/heavy diesel technician work experience.
• Must possess a full set of personal hand tools and be able to use a PC and basic applications.
• Minimum of High School Diploma or GED; vocational/technical certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical service on vehicles and equipment including troubleshooting, electrical and diagnostic services.
• Read Repair Orders and perform general and detailed repair of trucks, engines and components.
• Install various vehicle components including injectors, pistons, rods, bearings, and transmissions.
• Inspect trucks for safety and adjust as needed; drive repaired vehicles to verify repairs.
• Advise Service staff if additional repair work is necessary; maintain a clean, safe work area.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Diesel engine experience

Valid driver's license

PC basics

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Diesel/Automotive certificate programs

Tools

Personal hand tools

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