Diesel Technician: Engine Overhaul & Diagnostics

Nuss Truck & Equipment; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Nuss Truck & Equipment is seeking a Service Technician to diagnose, repair, and overhaul diesel and gas engines in our Rochester, MN shop. You will follow factory specs, perform routine maintenance, and ensure accurate documentation for each job.

The role requires a two-year technical degree in Diesel/Heavy Equipment or equivalent experience, with 2–3 years of repair experience. CDL is preferred and a valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree in Diesel/Heavy Equipment or equivalent experience required.
• 2–3 years of diesel equipment repair experience required.
• CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and overhaul diesel and gas engine vehicles per factory specs.
• Perform routine maintenance: oil changes, lubrication, and battery checks.
• Inspect and repair brake systems, steering, suspensions, and alignments.
• Disassemble and overhaul engines, pumps, transmissions, clutches, and generators.
• Use diagnostic instruments and gauges to verify repairs.
• Document repairs clearly and complete service reports.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Diesel engines

Heavy equipment

Electrical systems

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Transmissions

Documentation

Education

Two-year technical degree in Diesel/Heavy Equipment

Tools

Diagnostic instruments

Hydraulic jacks

Job description

Nuss Truck & Equipment is seeking a Service Technician to diagnose, repair, and overhaul diesel and gas engines in our Rochester, MN shop. You will follow factory specs, perform routine maintenance, and ensure accurate documentation for each job.

The role requires a two-year technical degree in Diesel/Heavy Equipment or equivalent experience, with 2–3 years of repair experience. CDL is preferred and a valid driver's license is required.