Diesel Technician - Growth, Incentives & Benefits

Allegiance Fire & Rescue; Town of Hoosick (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting pay

Excellent health benefits

Generous Paid Time Off policy

401(k) with company match

Opportunities for additional training

Job summary

Allegiance Fire & Rescue in Town of Hoosick is seeking a Diesel Technician who will provide technical service on vehicles and equipment. This role requires a positive attitude, mechanical aptitude, and a minimum of 1-2 years experience. You will be responsible for troubleshooting, performing repairs, and maintaining a clean work environment.

The position offers a competitive starting pay, health benefits, and training opportunities. Join a veteran friendly organization that values growth and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years experience as a medium and/or heavy diesel technician.
• Must have completed diesel/automotive certificate programs or equivalent hands-on experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical service on vehicles and equipment including troubleshooting.
• Perform general and detailed repair of trucks, engines, and components.
• Maintain a neat, orderly, and safe work environment.

Skills

Positive attitude

Mechanical aptitude

Experience with truck brands (International, Isuzu, Ford, etc.)

Valid driver’s license

Personal hand tools

Detailed knowledge of truck and engine repair

Computer skills

High school diploma/GED

Education

High school diploma/GED

Vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair

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

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