Experienced Diesel Technician - with CDL

Pearson Peterbilt Group; Georgia; On-site; USD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free ongoing training (MX, Cummins, PB

Overtime eligible

Monthly bonus incentive

Job summary

Pearson Peterbilt Group in Georgia is seeking an Experienced Diesel Technician with CDL to diagnose, inspect, and repair heavy trucks across our locations. You will perform preventative maintenance and service, and collaborate with the service team to ensure customer satisfaction.

This role offers on-site work with overtime and a monthly bonus incentive for upsales, plus access to free, ongoing training including MX, Cummins, and Peterbilt certifications to grow your skills and career.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Three years of diesel truck service and computer diagnostics experience.
• Must hold a valid driver's license and pass DOT medical certification.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions; communicate well with customers.
• Physically able to stand 6-8 hours; lift up to 70 pounds.
• Professional dress and safe operation of tools required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and perform visual inspections and repairs on diesel trucks.
• Remove parts and attachments; perform warranty repairs.
• Conduct preventative maintenance, repair lights and wiring.
• Welding, cutting and other repairs as needed.

Skills

CDL

Diesel Mechanic

Diagnostics

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Welding equipment

Power tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Experienced Diesel Technician - with CDL

Why work for Pearson Peterbilt Group?

Our People

We're proud to have the best team across our locations in Georgia and Alabama. We hire for character and attitude based on our 23 Fundamentals - not just experience - so you'll be part of a truly exceptional team.

Growth Opportunities

With eight locations across Georgia and four locations across Alabama, advancement opportunities are endless. We love to promote from within and celebrate team members who've grown from entry-level roles into leadership positions.

Training

We invest in our people. All technicians, service, and parts employees receive free, ongoing training - including MX, Cummins, and Peterbilt certifications - to help you grow your skills and your career.

Culture

Even as we grow beyond 300 employees, we stay true to our family atmosphere. We celebrate each other's successes, support one another through challenges, and live by 23 key fundamentals that define who we are and how we work.

Benefits

We take care of you and your family with multiple medical plan options plus dental, vision, life, FSA/HSA, and supplemental coverage. Our competitive 401(k) match, paid holidays, and expanded PTO policy help you plan for the future and enjoy life now.

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, possess a valid driver's license, and have a driving record that meets our criteria. You will be required to obtain and maintain a DOT Driver Medical certification. 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.

MANDATORY SMARTPHONE CAPABILITY

Employment in this position requires possession of a personal smartphone capable of downloading, installing, and reliably operating company-issued mobile applications. These applications are mandatory for completing safety inspections, reviewing coaching materials, monitoring driving performance, receiving critical notifications, and accessing other required safety resources.

Our payroll and attendance processes also operate through a mobile application. All employees must clock in and out using this system as part of standard timekeeping procedures.

Ability to meet this requirement is a condition of employment.

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.