Diesel Truck Technician/Mechanic

SAHLING KENWORTH INC; Grand Island (NE); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 68.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Sahling Kenworth Inc. in Grand Island, NE is hiring experienced diesel truck mechanics. The role involves repair, troubleshooting and preventive maintenance of Class 8 trucks.

Candidates should be mechanically inclined with 3–5 years of diesel experience and must have personal tools. Great benefits and growth in a progressive dealer group are offered. Responsibilities include diagnosing systems, detailing repair procedures, and communicating with the Shop Foreman and parts staff.

Qualificações

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–5 years of diesel mechanic experience for experienced technicians.
• Own personal hand tools to complete job duties.
• Ability to obtain a Valid CDL.
• Ability to read repair orders, manuals, and electrical schematics.

Responsabilidades

• Performs corrective and preventive maintenance on medium and heavy duty vehicles.
• Troubleshoots electrical, drivetrain, HVAC, brake, engine and suspension systems.
• Writes up accurate repair details on the Repair Order with procedures used.
• Reads fault descriptions and selects efficient repair methods.
• Communicates with Shop Foreman and Parts to obtain needed parts.
• Performs road tests to verify repairs and locate issues.
• Records hours charged to each Repair Order and documents work performed.
• Interacts with customers professionally and supports team technicians.

Conhecimentos

Written and verbal communication

Diagnosing and troubleshooting

Manual dexterity

Formação

High School Diploma

Formal technical degree or equivalent

Ferramentas

Personal tool inventory

Descrição da vaga

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Grand Island, NE - Grand Island, NE 68801, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Sahling Kenworth 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 is an ongoing job posting. Experienced technicians may also be considered for mobile positions.

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, certificate or equivalent work experience is preferred
• Experienced technicians must have at least 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