Diesel Technician

Hoyt's; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoyt's Truck Center in Topeka, KS is seeking a skilled Diesel Technician to maintain and repair trucks and trailers to Hoyt’s Service Standards. The role covers inspections, diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and repairs with emphasis on accurate documentation and safety compliance.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of experience, a High School Diploma or GED, and a valid driver’s license. You’ll work in a busy shop environment as part of a collaborative team, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• 3–5 years of technician experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a team and maintain professionalism in a shop environment.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and diagnose diesel engines, transmissions, and electrical systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs (oil changes, filter replacements, brakes, tires).
• Assist with service calls and roadside repairs as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance, and repairs.
• Ensure safety checks and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Diagnostics

Diesel engines

Manuals & safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

OBD-II scanning tools

Job description

Are you a skilled Diesel Technician ready to join a family business that supports you to achieve personal and professional greatness? At Hoyt's Truck Center, a trusted name in the transportation industry, our purpose is to create opportunities for success for our customers, employees, and community. How do we do it? - By providing transportation solutions, including service, purchase, rental, and lease of trucks and trailers.

Core Values

At Hoyt's Truck Center, our values lay the foundation for who we are and drive everything we do:

• One Team: Serving our customers and each other
• Work Hard: By being coachable and supportive
• Keep it Real: We tell it like it is with Respect, Understanding, and No BS.

Do these values speak to you? If so, we want to hear from you.

Job Description

Primary Accountabilities:

The Diesel Technician is responsible for the maintenance, servicing and completion of repairs requested by the customer to ensure they are in safe and proper working condition that aligns with Hoyt’s Service Standards. The position encompasses 3 key areas with duties pertaining to each.

1. Inspection & Diagnostics
   1. Perform routine inspections to identify issues with diesel engines, transmissions, and electrical systems
   2. Use diagnostic equipment to identify issues in engines, exhaust systems, braking systems, and other vehicle components
2. Preventative Maintenance & Repairs
   1. Perform scheduled preventative maintenance jobs like oil changes, filter replacements, brake adjustments and tire rotations that prevent major breakdowns and ensure vehicles operate efficiently.
   2. Repair or replace faulty parts, such as engine components, fuel systems, and electrical systems.
   3. Assist with service calls and roadside repairs for customers as needed.
   4. Communicate with the Service Coordinator for all parts needed to complete repair.
3. Administration
   1. Maintain detailed records of all inspections, maintenance and repairs completed.
   2. Conduct safety checks to ensure all trucks and trailers meet all legal and regulatory requirements.
   3. Maintain a clean and safe work environment, ensuring proper use of tooling and equipment.
   4. Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while staying up to date on all safety training.
   5. Pursue additional training opportunities including but not limited to Autocar, Allison Transmission, Cummins and other certifications.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED certificate.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of experience as a technician or related work.
• Ability to work on a team, communicate clearly and efficiently, while maintaining professionalism in a shop environment.
• Ability to understand verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to follow health and safety regulations.

• Physical Demands:
  • Ability to stand, lift, carry, push, pull, balance, stoop, reach, handle, talk, hear, see, grasp, move head and neck and movement across mid-line.
  • Ability to lift/carry up to seventy-five (75) pounds
  • Finger dexterity, manual dexterity, alertness, precision, motor coordination, auditory discrimination and tactile discrimination.
• Work Environment:
  • Work conducted mostly on the shop floor with vehicles and equipment.
  • Noise level is usually moderate to loud.
• Additional Duties:
  • Additional duties and responsibilities may be added to this job description at any time. The job description does not state or imply that these are the only activities to be performed by the employee holding this position. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related responsibilities as requested by their supervisor.