Experienced Diesel Technician

Gerry Lane Chevrolet; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K With Company Match

Vision / Dental / Health Insurance

Bonus Incentives

Job summary

A local automotive dealership in Baton Rouge is seeking an experienced Diesel Technician to perform maintenance and repair on diesel vehicles. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 3 years in diesel repair, possess their own tools, and hold a high school diploma or GED. The position offers competitive compensation, flexible schedules, and comprehensive benefits, including insurance and a 401K plan. Join a team that prioritizes quality service and employee growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of diesel repair and maintenance experience.
• Possess own tools to work on diesel equipment.
• Knowledge of A/C, brake, and emission systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair orders efficiently.
• Diagnose and repair automotive systems.
• Explain diagnoses to service advisors and customers.

Skills

Diesel repair and maintenance

Diagnostics and troubleshooting

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Diagnostic programs

Job description

At Gerry Lane Enterprises, we strive to make every customer a customer for life. Our Louisiana dealerships have been proudly serving the Baton Rouge areas for many years. Our promise is to keep delivering the same top-notch service and value that our community has come to expect from all of our dealerships through the years.

Are you looking for a job that combines competitive pay with good culture? Have you been considering the automotive industry but don't know how to break in? Are you passionate about delivering a unique customer experience that creates a memorable and outstanding impression? If you answered yes to any of these questions, we want to talk to you.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Flexible Schedules
• Technician Uniforms
• Loyal client base from over 40 years in the same location
• Multiple Diesel Fleet Accounts providing a steady stream of ROs
• 2200+ ROs/month
• Professional work environment with 42 service bays
• 401K With Company Match
• Vision / Dental / Health Insurance
• Bonus Incentives
• All required certifications and training paid: including transportation and certification fees
• Great Culture
• Promote From Within!

Job Responsibilities

• Perform work specified on maintenance and repair orders with efficiency and in accordance with dealership and/or manufacturer standards
• Diagnose and repair vehicle automotive systems including engine, transmission, electrical, steering, suspension, braking, air conditioning, etc. to specification
• Provide labor and time estimates for additional automotive repairs
• Explain mechanical diagnoses and required repairs in a non-technical manner to service advisors and customers
• Continuously learn new technical information and techniques in formal training sessions in order to stay abreast with rapidly changing technology.
• Inspect and test new vehicles and record findings so that necessary repairs can be made.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma/GED preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of diesel repair and maintenance experience in a heavy truck / fleet dealership or shop environment
• One or more factory trained certifications preferred
• Possess own tools to perform work on all systems on diesel equipment
• Knowledge on A/C system, brake system, emission systems, air systems and diagnostics / trouble shooting of diesel engines
• Basic computer skills with ability to use diagnostic programs
• Hold CDL license or be capable of obtaining a CDL license
• Must be able to pass a drug test, background check, and MVR check

Required Experience

• Diesel Technician / Heavy Truck -Trailer Mechanic: 3 years
• Required license or certification: ASE
• ASE electrical and Air Brake System certification
• CDL Preferred
• Certified welder a plus