Experienced Diesel Technician

Peterbilt of Atlanta; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Peterbilt of Atlanta seeks a diesel truck technician to diagnose, perform visual inspections, remove parts and attachments, and complete warranty repairs and preventative maintenance. The role reports to the Service Manager and offers overtime as well as a monthly upsell bonus based on performance.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, at least three years of diesel truck service and computer diagnostics experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Three years of diesel truck service and computer diagnostics experience.
• Mechanical aptitude and technical ability required.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.
• Professional appearance and strong oral/written communication with customers and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and perform visual inspections on diesel trucks.
• Remove parts and attachments and complete warranty and preventative maintenance repairs.
• Repair lights and wiring, weld, cut and perform other repairs as needed.
• Operate power and hand tools safely and communicate effectively with customers and contacts.

Skills

Diesel truck service

Computer diagnostics

Mechanical aptitude

Technical ability

Reading comprehension

Oral and written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

POSITION INFORMATION

Our technicians are responsible for providing superb customer service by diagnosing, visual inspections, removal of parts and attachments, warranty repairs, performing preventative maintenance services, repairing lights and wiring, welding, cutting and other repairs.

This position reports to the Service Manager, is a 40 hour a week position and is eligible for overtime. For well-qualified, proven efficient applicants, we also offer a flat rate compensation plan. This position also qualifies for a monthly bonus incentive based on your upsales.

To qualify for a technician position, you must have a high school diploma or equivalent. You must have three years of diesel truck service and computer diagnostics experience. Mechanical aptitude and technical ability are required. You must be able to operate power and hand tools and other equipment safely. You must be able to read and comprehend instructions and information. Dressing professionally and being able to communicate well orally and in writing with customers, vendors, and other contacts is a must.

The technician position is a physically demanding position. You will stand six to eight hours per shift. Will stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, handle and feel. Will use hand and power tools. Will lift parts weighing up to 70 pounds several times during each shift. Will use hoist and test equipment. Will be exposed to noise, vibration, dust, exhaust fumes, and other hazardous and nonhazardous materials.

This job posting is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. All applicants must be willing to submit to a background check and post-offer drug screen.