Diesel Technician

Allegiance Truck Centers; West Babylon (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Technician incentive pay program

Boot program benefit

CDL renewal costs covered

Job summary

Allegiance Truck Centers seeks a Diesel Technician to perform diagnostics and repairs on trucks and engines. The role requires troubleshooting, electrical work, and component replacement, with emphasis on safety and quality.

The candidate should have 1–2 years of experience, own a complete toolset, and hold a valid driver's license. Certification in diesel/auto repair is preferred; CDL costs may be covered in some cases.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years minimum work experience as a Medium/Heavy Diesel Technician.
• Must possess a full set of personal hand tools.
• Diesel/automotive certificate programs or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Vocational/technical certification in vehicle repair preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical service on vehicles including troubleshooting, electrical and diagnostic work.
• Read repair orders and repair trucks, engines and components.
• Install/replace injectors, pistons, bearings, brakes, transmissions and other parts.
• Inspect safety devices and ensure proper maintenance of equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow safety procedures.
• Communicate with Service staff on needed additional repairs and tag warranty parts.

Skills

Positive attitude

Mechanical aptitude

Valid driver’s license

Able to use PCs

Good team player

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Diesel / automotive certificate programs

Tools

Full set of 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 #ATDRVR4