Diesel Technician

Hogan; Obetz (OH); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hogan Transportation in Ohio is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance and on‑vehicle diagnostics on Hogan tractors and trucks. You will diagnose, repair, and replace components, ensuring safe operation.

The role requires knowledge of braking, electrical, steering, and heating systems, plus welding and cutting. You will conduct road tests, use hydraulic jacks, and collaborate with a team to keep equipment in top condition.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Extensive knowledge of hand, air and power tools.
• Experience with welding and Oxy/Acetylene cutting.
• Strong diagnostic and repair knowledge of trucks/trailers.
• Clean MVR and good teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and DOT inspections.
• Diagnose and repair tractor and trailer equipment.
• Identify parts, replace or repair as needed.
• Road test vehicles to verify repairs.
• Operate hydraulic jacks and related equipment.
• Capable of working in a team environment.

Skills

Diagnose and repair

Preventive maintenance

Electrical systems

Brake systems

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Welding equipment

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)