Experienced Diesel Technician

Gerrylane; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dealership in Baton Rouge is seeking a skilled Diesel Technician to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in diesel repair with at least 3 years of experience. This role offers competitive compensation, a professional work environment, and opportunities for ongoing training and development. Join a company that values its employees and promotes from within, while providing excellent benefits including health insurance, 401K match, and bonus incentives.

Benefits

401K with Company Match

Vision / Dental / Health Insurance

Bonus Incentives

Technician Uniforms

Flexible Schedules

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of diesel repair and maintenance experience.
• Possess own tools to perform work.
• Basic computer skills with ability to use diagnostic programs.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair vehicle automotive systems according to specifications.
• Perform work on maintenance and repair orders with efficiency.
• Explain mechanical diagnoses and required repairs in a non-technical manner.

Skills

Diesel repair and maintenance

Diagnostic troubleshooting

Basic computer skills

Knowledge on A/C system

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Own tools for diesel equipment

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
• 401KWith 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 recording 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