Diesel Technician – Incentive Pay & Boot Benefit

Allegiance Truck Centers; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits including Medical, D,

Life insurance

Paid time off including vacation, sick

401(k) with company match

Annual boot program

CDL costs covered

Job summary

Allegiance Trucks in Utica, NY is seeking a Diesel Technician to service, diagnose, and repair heavy and medium-duty trucks and engines. You will read repair orders, perform electrical and diagnostic work, and ensure safety standards are met.

Candidates should have 1–2 years of diesel technician experience, a valid driver's license, and a tool set. Certification programs or trade school preferred; PCM systems and engine repair knowledge a plus.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years minimum work experience as a Medium and/or Heavy Diesel Technician.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical service on vehicles and equipment including troubleshooting, electrical and diagnostic services.
• Read Repair Orders and 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, respond to suggestions for working safely and seek assistance when necessary.
• Other projects/initiatives as assigned

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Positive attitude

Brand experience with top brands

Diesel technician experience 1-2 years

Valid driver’s license

Full tool set

Certificate programs in diesel/automot

PCs/basic applications

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade certification in vehicle repair (preferred)

Job description

Allegiance Trucks in Utica, NY is seeking a Diesel Technician to service, diagnose, and repair heavy and medium-duty trucks and engines. You will read repair orders, perform electrical and diagnostic work, and ensure safety standards are met.

Candidates should have 1–2 years of diesel technician experience, a valid driver's license, and a tool set. Certification programs or trade school preferred; PCM systems and engine repair knowledge a plus.