Diesel Truck Technician/Mechanic

Paycom - ATS; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CSM Kenworth in Columbus, OH is seeking entry level and experienced Diesel Truck Mechanics to join a growing dealer group. You will repair, troubleshoot and maintain Class 8 trucks.

A High School Diploma is required; 3–5 years of diesel experience for seasoned techs; CDL eligibility, strong communication, and the ability to work 8–10 hour shifts with overtime. Excellent benefits are offered in a progressive work environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Formal technical degree, certificate or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Experienced technicians must have 3–5 years of diesel mechanic experience
• Personal tool inventory required to complete duties
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Ability to obtain a Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• Ability to read and interpret repair orders, manuals, schematics and bulletins
• Basic computer/Windows skills
• Ability to work outdoors and handle 8–10 hour shifts with overtime
• Lifting up to 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs occasionally

Responsibilities

• Performs corrective and preventative maintenance on medium and heavy duty vehicles.
• Troubleshoots electrical, drivetrain, HVAC, brakes, engine and suspension systems.
• Writes clear, detailed repair descriptions on the Repair Order.
• Uses diagnostic equipment to detect faults and isolates causes.
• Communicates repair information to the Shop Foreman and coordinates with parts.
• Road-tests customer vehicles to verify repairs and problem isolation.
• Tracks hours on Repair Orders and ensures accurate documentation.
• Interacts with customers professionally and assists others as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

CDL eligibility

Written & verbal communication

Reading repair orders & schematics

Education

High School Diploma

Technical degree or certificate preferred

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Columbus, OH - Columbus, OH 43026, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Job Shift: Second (Evenings), CSM Kenworth in Columbus is currently accepting applications for Entry level and Experienced Diesel Truck Mechanics! Responsibilities include the repair, troubleshooting and maintenance of Class 8 trucks. Candidates must be mechanically inclined and experienced technicians must have 3-5 years experience. Excellent benefits offered. This is a great opportunity to join a progressive work environment and a growing dealer group.

*Please note this will be an ongoing listing. We are always looking for talent!

Responsibilities

• Performs corrective and preventative maintenance on medium and heavy duty vehicles.
• Troubleshoots various systems, to include electrical, drive train, HVAC, brake, engine, and suspension, identifies needed repairs and performs corrective action.
• Writes up on the repair order an accurate, clear, and detailed description of the cause of failure and the repair procedure(s) used.

Primary Duties

• Uses diagnostic equipment to detect and isolate faults in medium and heavy duty vehicles and interprets test results.
• Reads written fault description on Repair Order and determines the most efficient repair procedure.
• Communicates with and provides Shop Foreman with accurate and detailed repair information for inclusion on the Repair Order.
• Obtains supervisor permission to complete diagnosed repairs and/or add additional repairs to a repair.
• Communicates with parts department personnel to obtain or order the parts necessary to repair vehicles.
• Performs road test on customer vehicles to assist in problem isolation or to verify repair procedure.
• Tracks and charges clocked hours to the proper corresponding Repair Order operation.
• Writes up clear, accurate, and detailed repair description of each operation on the corresponding Repair Order, to include a description of the cause of failure and the correction and/or repair procedure used.
• Interacts with customers in a professional and positive manner.
• Assists other technicians with repair procedures as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Formal technical degree, certificateor equivalent work experience is preferred
• Experienced technicians must have atleast 3-5 years of diesel mechanic experience
• Personal tool inventory to allow for the completion of job duties and assignments.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to obtain a Valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL).
• Ability to read and interpret shop repair order forms, repair manuals, electrical schematics and various other technical bulletins.
• Ability to use computer keyboard and Windows basics.
• Ability to work in an environment with frequent exposure to outside weather elements.
• Ability to work 8 - 10 hour days, including overtime hours as needed.
• Ability to bend, stoop, crawl, walk and sit on a regular basis with frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 100 pounds