Diesel Truck Technician: Engine & Drivetrain Specialist

Kroger Family of Companies; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger Family of Companies is seeking a diesel mechanic in Houston to maintain and repair commercial trucks. You will read job orders, plan procedures, and perform repairs including ignition, alignment, batteries, and transmissions while upholding safety and corporate policies.

The role requires reading comprehension, basic math, problem solving, and the ability to work a varied schedule including overtime. Valid driver’s license is required and a focus on accuracy and urgency is essential.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to perform basic math operations and interpret measurements.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with concrete variables.
• Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions.

Responsibilities

• Read job orders and observe truck operation to determine malfunction and plan work procedures.
• Install ignition systems, align front wheels, replace batteries and transmissions as needed.
• Overhaul diesel engines using hand tools and hoists.
• Inspect guards, bolts and safety devices and adjust as required.
• Perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Skills

Read and interpret documents

Write routine reports

Present information clearly

Basic math (rates, ratios, percent)

Problem solving

Interpret instructions

Move with urgency

Flexible schedule/overtime

Organize and prioritize

Industry terms familiarity

Valid driver’s license

Education

Less than high school education; 3 years diesel mechanics experience

Job description

Kroger Family of Companies is seeking a diesel mechanic in Houston to maintain and repair commercial trucks. You will read job orders, plan procedures, and perform repairs including ignition, alignment, batteries, and transmissions while upholding safety and corporate policies.

The role requires reading comprehension, basic math, problem solving, and the ability to work a varied schedule including overtime. Valid driver’s license is required and a focus on accuracy and urgency is essential.