Fleet Diesel Mechanic II - Diagnostics & PM Expert

Dollar General; Walton (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking a skilled diesel fleet mechanic to ensure trucks, trailers and yard tractors are safe and compliant with federal standards. With 2+ years of diesel maintenance experience, you will diagnose, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on Class A equipment and related systems.

Responsibilities include electrical, braking, HVAC, and powertrain work, maintaining repair orders, and assisting drivers with vehicle issues, in a fast-paced environment at our Walton, Kentucky

Qualifications

• Broad understanding of fleet maintenance policies, FMCSA standards and industry practices.
• Ability to work unsupervised, make decisions as needed
• Effective communicator and team player
• Heavy diesel truck and trailer mechanic skills

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate gaining proficiency in the inspection, repair and diagnosis of - with some assistance: diesel engines, power train to include differentials, transmissions, clutches, drive shafts, wheel ends. Electrical systems including starters, alternators and lights. HVAC systems. Steering systems. Electronics to include ECM's, ECU's, sensors etc. Engine bolt on items such as turbos, fan clutches, cooling system etc. Brake systems including ABS & air disk brakes. Suspension systems (spring and air) including tire issues, and after treatment devices such as DPF and DOC
• Perform electrical system repairs, cooling system maintenance and complete vehicle diagnosis
• Perform preventive maintenance (PMs) on tractor and trailer equipment including routine technical repairs and completing repair orders.
• Perform maintenance repairs as required to maximize safety and reliability on all fleet vehicles including tractors, trailers, liftgates, and any company-owned equipment.
• Abide by all Company policies and safety rules and assist in maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
• Assist drivers with addressing outstanding vehicle issues.
• Maintains repairs for Class A trucks, trailers and yard tractors.
• Safely operates gauges, forklifts, shunt truck, torches, grinders, and various hand and
• power tools.
• Performs DOT inspections and compliance.

Skills

Fleet maintenance policies

Unsupervised work

Communication

Diesel mechanic skills

Tools

Trailer maintenance software

Job description

Dollar General is seeking a skilled diesel fleet mechanic to ensure trucks, trailers and yard tractors are safe and compliant with federal standards. With 2+ years of diesel maintenance experience, you will diagnose, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on Class A equipment and related systems.

Responsibilities include electrical, braking, HVAC, and powertrain work, maintaining repair orders, and assisting drivers with vehicle issues, in a fast-paced environment at our Walton, Kentucky