Diesel Technician II

Shelby American, Inc.; South Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a forward-thinking company dedicated to delivering exceptional vehicle repair services. As a diesel mechanic, you will independently perform complex repairs while ensuring the highest quality and customer satisfaction. Your role will involve everything from conducting inspections and diagnostics to communicating effectively with customers about necessary repairs. The company values teamwork and offers a supportive environment where your contributions will be recognized. If you have a passion for mechanics and a commitment to excellence, this is the perfect opportunity for you to thrive and grow in your career.

Benefits

Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, Dental)

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays, Personal Time, and Vacation Time

Discounted Services

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Flexible Spending

401(k) with Company Match

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years as a diesel mechanic with own tools.
• Valid driver's license with DOT medical card required.

Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle repairs and services of higher complexity.
• Conduct inspections and diagnostic tests on vehicles.
• Communicate repairs needed to customers effectively.

Skills

Customer service focus

Conflict resolution skills

Understanding of truck service industry

Basic PC skills

Basic math skills

Multi-tasking ability

Ability to work in any weather conditions

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree

Tools

Mechanical tools

Job description

Description

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Function

Independently performs vehicle repairs and services (including road service) of higher levels of complexity on customer’s vehicles while also delivering the highest level of quality and customer satisfaction. Work with store management to ensure productivity, profitability and customer satisfaction standards are met. Adheres to internal controls, policies, and procedures.

Major Responsibilities:

1. Properly adhere to safety and environmental standards which includes maintaining a neat and clean work area by disposing of all waste products properly.
2. Properly perform and document vehicle safety inspections.
3. Perform preventive maintenance of varying difficulty on customer vehicles including lube, oil, and filter changes.
4. Determines vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests, identifying worn and damaged parts.
5. Corrects vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems such as power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics.
6. Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test drives; adjusting systems worked on.
7. Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards as needed.
8. Produce accurate repair estimates on customer vehicles.
9. Communicate with customers and/or sales staff in understandable terms the repairs needed to the vehicle and the value that comes with the repairs.
10. Perform on the road repairs.
11. Assume other responsibilities as assigned by manager or senior mechanics.
12. Operates company vehicles safely and according to company policies and procedures, and follows all federal, state and local laws regarding vehicle operations and safety.

Requirements

Education/Experience:

Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent. Technical degree a plus. Minimum of 3 years of experience as a diesel mechanic, preferred with own mechanical tools. Valid Drivers license with DOT medical card required. Ability to lift 125 lbs.

Skills/Knowledge:

• Customer service focus in a commercial environment
• Basic conflict resolution skills
• Solid understanding of truck service industry
• Basic understanding of PC programs.
• Basic math skills to produce accurate repair estimates.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-pace environment
• Ability to work in any weather conditions
• Team player

Benefits:

• Health Insurance- including Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Holidays, Personal Time, and Vacation Time
• Discounted Services
• Employee Owned! Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Flexible Spending
• 401(k) with Company Match

EEO Statement

Sullivan Tire and Auto Service is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Our company motto is "Treat everyone, customers, and fellow employees, as you would a family member." Come and join our family!