Diesel Technician III — Master Tech & Mentor

Socket.dev; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay with monthly bonuses

Full benefits & retirement on day one

Two weeks vacation and paid sick time

Job summary

FleetPride, the leading after-market distributor of heavy-duty truck and trailer parts, seeks a Technician III to perform advanced preventive maintenance on all vehicle systems and train other technicians. You will diagnose, repair, and replace components, while ensuring quality and efficiency in a busy shop environment.

The role emphasizes hands-on work, extensive diagnostics, and the ability to train teammates. Safety, tool proficiency, and a strong work ethic are essential.

Qualifications

• Diesel Technology Associates degree.
• 7+ years of experience with class 7 & 8 trucks.
• Experience repairing 53’ trailers.
• Training experience.
• Diagnostic experience.
• Welding experience.

Responsibilities

• Examine vehicles to determine extent of damage or malfunction(s).
• Train new service shop employees on company procedures regarding vehicle repairs.
• Inspect orders for completion and quality before presentation or delivery to customers.
• Perform inspections and preventative maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
• Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications and filter replacements.
• Repair, reline, replace, and adjust brakes (air, hydraulic, electric and brake accessories).
• Test drive vehicles and test components using proper equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair suspension systems including leaf and coil spring systems, and Hendrickson walking beam type suspension systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, exhaust systems, steering systems, air conditioning, PTO”S and custom exhaust systems.
• Adjust, remove and replace clutches and drivelines.
• Overhaul, troubleshoot and repair diesel and gasoline engines.
• Troubleshoot and repair fuel tanks, fifth wheels, trailer hitches, pintle hooks, auxiliary axles and frames.
• Perform tandem alignment, front axle king pin and bushing repairs.
• Perform basic aluminum and steel wire welding.
• Review service story provided by service writers and determine tasks that need to be accomplished in order for the order to be completed in a timely manner.
• File, grind, sand and smooth filled or repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools.
• Remove upholstery, accessories, electrical window and seat operating equipment and trim to gain access to vehicle bodies and fenders.
• Train new service shop employees on company procedures regarding vehicle repairs.
• Inspect orders for completion and quality before presentation or delivery to customers.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.

Skills

Training Technicians

Customer service

Safety record

Ability to lift 50lbs

Education

Diesel Technology Associates degree

7+ years experience with class 7 & 8 trucks

Experience repairing 53’ trailers

Tools

Hand tools

Air tools

Toolbox

Job description

FleetPride, the leading after-market distributor of heavy-duty truck and trailer parts, seeks a Technician III to perform advanced preventive maintenance on all vehicle systems and train other technicians. You will diagnose, repair, and replace components, while ensuring quality and efficiency in a busy shop environment.

The role emphasizes hands-on work, extensive diagnostics, and the ability to train teammates. Safety, tool proficiency, and a strong work ethic are essential.