Diesel Technician

Thecolumbuspage; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Thecolumbuspage is seeking an experienced maintenance technician to diagnose, repair, and service engines powering a range of equipment, including trucks, generators, and construction machines. You will inspect parts for wear, disassemble and reassemble components, and ensure correct maintenance procedures are followed.

You will use lathes, cutting tools, and precision instruments, perform welding, record repairs, and coordinate with vendors while maintaining safety and compliance with federal

Qualifications

• Experience with repair and maintenance of engines and equipment.
• Ability to understand mechanical, electronic, fuel, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
• Proficient in diagnostics and record-keeping of repairs.
• Familiar with MSDS and PSDS.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license or CDL.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, disassemble engines, and inspect parts for wear.
• Repair and maintain engines powering trucks, generators, and construction equipment.
• Recondition and replace parts using lathes, cutting tools, and precision instruments.
• Weld and cut parts with arc-welding and flame-cutting equipment.
• Perform basic repairs such as oil changes, brakes, suspensions, and fifth wheel work.
• Test drive and adjust vehicle systems to verify performance.
• Maintain equipment appearance by cleaning and painting.
• Comply with federal and state inspection requirements.
• Maintain vehicle records of services and repairs.
• Coordinate with vendors and suppliers, follow up on parts and outsourced work.
• Practice safe work habits and use PPE.
• Keep supplies stocked by inventorying and ordering parts.

Skills

Equipment troubleshooting

Systems knowledge

Diagnostics software

MSDS/PSDS knowledge

Analytical diagnosis

Mechanical repair

Attention to detail

Customer service

Communication skills

Driver's license / CDL

Job description

Communicates and supports the Company’s mission, vision, and core values.

• Performs diagnostic tests and troubleshoots, disassembles engines, and examines parts for defects and excessive wear to determine maintenance requirements.
• Repairs and maintains engines used to power machines such as trucks, electric generators, construction machinery, etc.
• Reconditions and replaces parts such as pistons, bearings, gears, valves, bushings, etc., using lathes, boring machines, hand tools, and precision measuring instruments.
• Welds and cuts parts, using arc-welding and flame cutting equipment.
• Performs basic repairs such as oil changes, replace brakes, suspension parts and fifth wheel repairs.
• Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test drives and/or adjusting control and systems.
• Maintains equipment appearance by cleaning, washing, and/or painting.
• Complies with federal and state inspection requirements.
• Maintains vehicle records by annotating services and repairs.
• Coordinates efforts with various vendors, suppliers, and manufacturers, and follows up on pending parts and outsourced work.
• Practices safe work habits and uses personal protective equipment as required.
• Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock, placing orders, and verifying receipt.

Required Qualification/Skills:

• Experience in various equipment parts and mechanics.
• Ability to understand various system requirements such as mechanic, electronic, fuel, electrical, and pneumatic.
• Computer skills need for diagnostics, implementing, and recording repairs and maintenance.
• Must have a knowledge of the use of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and Product Safety Data Sheets (PSDS).
• Analytic skills in diagnosis and troubleshooting techniques for various equipment.
• Knowledge of the use of various equipment to effectively repair and maintain it.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service skills – courteous, responsible, and patient.
• Ability to communicate well along with interpersonal skills.
• Ability to possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record or CDL