Diesel Technician – Heavy-Duty Trucks & Equipment

son; Arapahoe (NE); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State retirement match

13 paid holidays

Generous leave accruals

Health insurance plans

Job summary

Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking a Diesel Technician in Arapahoe, NE. You will diagnose, maintain, and repair heavy-duty trucks and road equipment, using varied welding and fabrication techniques.

The job involves calibrating systems, inspecting new equipment, and keeping critical highways safe and efficient. The role requires automotive/diesel experience, coursework, and potentially obtaining a Class A CDL within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Practical work experience performing automotive/diesel maintenance and repair, including use of computerized diagnostic instruments and equipment.
• Preferred qualifications include a degree in Automotive Diesel Mechanics and experience welding/fabrication.
• Ability to obtain Class A CDL within 90 days is required or in-house CDL training available.

Responsibilities

• Perform highly skilled diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of heavy-duty trucks and road construction equipment with multiple systems.
• Fabricate and repair equipment using welding methods and parts adaptation.
• Calibrate systems on heavy vehicles to ensure safe operation.
• Inspect new equipment for specifications and road readiness.
• Maintain hydraulics and electrical systems; repair brakes, steering, drive trains, and engines.
• Handle snow removal tasks and general maintenance of equipment.

Skills

Diesel mechanics

Automotive maintenance

Computer diagnostics

Welding

Education

Vocational/technical coursework in automotive/diesel mechanics

Post-high school education in automotive/diesel repair

Tools

Diagnostic instruments

Job description

Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking a Diesel Technician in Arapahoe, NE. You will diagnose, maintain, and repair heavy-duty trucks and road equipment, using varied welding and fabrication techniques.

The job involves calibrating systems, inspecting new equipment, and keeping critical highways safe and efficient. The role requires automotive/diesel experience, coursework, and potentially obtaining a Class A CDL within 90 days.