Diesel Technician

Hogan Transportation; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation company is seeking a Maintenance Technician responsible for servicing and repairing heavy-duty trucks and equipment. The role requires extensive knowledge of vehicle systems including hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical components, as well as effective communication skills to work within a team. Candidates should have a strong background in repair procedures and the operation of relevant tools. This opportunity offers a chance to contribute to maintaining safety and efficiency in logistics.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of hand, air, and power tools for the industry.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and DOT inspections on vehicles.
• Diagnose issues and perform repairs on various truck systems.
• Road test vehicles to ensure they operate safely.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Welding knowledge

Tool proficiency

Education

High school education or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Welding equipment

Job description

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 including all areas of discipline manufactured with various OEs.
• Clean MVR
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment