Diesel Technician III

Riverside Transport, Inc.; Owensboro (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Transport Inc. in Owensboro, KY is seeking a Diesel Technician III to repair and maintain diesel trucks, follow diagnostic trees, and ensure quality service for customers.

Preferred 3-5 years of experience, 609 and Air Brake certifications, and a CDL license are a plus; ASE Diesel Certification is advantageous for career growth within our transportation-focused team.

Qualifications

• One year certificate from college or technical school is required.
• ASE Diesel Certification preferred.
• Three to six months related experience or training.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and manuals.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Attendance/Punctuality

Safety and Security

Education

One year certificate from college or technical school

ASE Diesel Certification

Three to six months related experience

Tools

Air Brake Certified

609 Certified

CDL License (plus)

Job description

# Diesel Technician IIIHot JobKY Owensboro RTI - Owensboro, KY 42303## OverviewCategoryTransportation## Description**Summary**Repairs and maintains diesel trucks by performing the following duties.**Essential Duties and Responsibilities** include the following. Other duties may be assigned.* Perform all job duties required of a Technician I and II* Record clear and concise notes and charge out all parts used in TINA* Ensure all parts removed are tagged for warranty* Follow troubleshooting tree to diagnose and repair most codes* Diagnose and repair the following: + Oil and coolant leaks (EGR cooler, water pumps, failed seals, etc.) + Drivelines + Fuel systems including, fuel pumps, injectors, etc. + Most EGR, ATD, DPF, and turbos* Knowledge to diagnose and repair body control systems* Understand truck computer electronic systems* Understand APUs enough to complete basic repairs* Can follow troubleshooting tree and diagnose and repair most codes* Diagnose and repair of drivelines## Qualifications**Competencies**To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies.Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; puts success of team above own interests; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.**Qualifications**To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.**Education and/or Experience**One year certificate from college or technical school; ASE Diesel Certification, or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.**Language Skills**Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.**Physical Demands**The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is **regularly required**:* To stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.* The employee is **frequently required** to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit.* The employee **must frequently** lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.* Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.**Work Environment** The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.* While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. Moving and handling oily parts.* The employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places.* The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; extreme cold; extreme heat and vibration.* The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.**Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities:*** 3-5 years’ experience as a Diesel Technician* 609 Certified* Air Brake Certified* Valid CDL License a plus* ASE Diesel Certification a Plus* Detroit, Cummins, Volvo, MX Certified a plus