Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Technician

Yancey Bros. Co.

Macon (GA)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Technician tool allowance

Job summary

Yancey Bros. Co. in Macon, GA is seeking a Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Technician. The role involves diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing diesel engines and components on various makes and models of on-highway diesel trucks and buses.

The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical aptitude, knowledge of relevant tools, and a commitment to customer service. Yancey Bros. Co. offers competitive pay, full benefits, and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

Strong mechanical aptitude and knowledge of tools applicable to the position.
Desire to learn and provide superior customer service.
Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

Inspect, diagnose, and troubleshoot mechanical deficiencies on diesel truck engines.
Repair and/or replace components of diesel engines and systems.
Maintain documentation accurately and timely.

Skills

Knowledge of complex hydraulics

Ability to operate equipment safely

Ability to read technical information

Basic computer applications skills

Customer service skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Diagnostic test equipment

Job description

Who We Are

From Georgia. For Georgia. Since 1914 Yancey Bros. Co. has proudly served as the authorized Caterpillar equipment dealer for Georgia, providing our customers with the highest quality sales, parts and service. From Caterpillar heavy and compact construction equipment to on-highway trucks, we remain committed to learning more about our customers, offering equipment and support to keep up with their changing needs. This all starts with our greatest asset...our employees.

What You Will Be Doing

As a Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Technician, you will be diagnosing, troubleshooting and repairing diesel engines and components on all makes and models of on-highway diesel trucks and buses.

Primary Responsibilities

Inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot and locate mechanical deficiencies on buses and on-highway diesel truck engines and components.
Repair and/or replace all components of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, air conditioning systems, suspension systems, drive trains, electrical systems, steering, braking, material handling, and operator comfort systems.
Determine extent of necessary repairs including identifying major power‑train overhaul needs and prepare orders for required services.
Perform welding and brazing, fabricate and modify parts, equipment, miscellaneous structures and attachments.
Complete all documentation (work orders, parts orders, inspections, warranty support, comments and time sheets) in a legible, accurate and timely manner.
Perform all work in accordance with established time, quality standards and safety procedures.

Additional Responsibilities

Participate in required safety program, and work in a safe manner.
Additional duties as assigned by manager.

Who We Are Looking For

To be successful in this position you should have a strong mechanical aptitude, knowledge of tools applicable to the position and the desire to learn. You should possess a strong sense of urgency and desire to provide superior customer service. The ability to take direction and work in a team environment is essential to this position as well.

Education/Experience

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Required Qualifications/Skills

Knowledge of complex hydraulics, electrical, computer and mechanical systems, arc and oxygen acetylene welding, test equipment used to diagnose and repair equipment and electronic components of vehicles.
Ability to operate a variety of equipment safely to diagnose, adjust and repair malfunctions; follow oral and written instructions; read and understand operators and repair manuals; work cooperatively with others; work with minimal supervision and keep required records.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical information—schematics, technical manuals, technical drawings, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
Operate equipment and vehicles with possession of all necessary licenses and certificates.
Skilled in 'Basic' computer applications including email and internet usage.
The ability to communicate through email—sending & receiving notes, attachments.
Ability to read, analyze, and communicate technical information.
Ability to write service reports that effectively communicate required information in an understandable (clear and concise) and usable method.
Ability to ask and properly respond to questions from customers and supervisors.

Preferred Qualifications/Skills

Course work from accredited trade school, college or university with emphasis in mechanics, hydraulics, and automotive electronics is desirable.

Values

At Yancey Bros. Co, we are always looking to add people to our team who share our core values:

Safety: We value the lives and health of our team and customers above all else.
Integrity: We are ethical and trustworthy, demonstrate respect for others, and communicate truthfully and promptly.
Teamwork: We work as one across our organization for the benefit of our customers.
Excellence: We strive to be the best, continuously improving our customers’ experience and the solutions we provide.
Sense of Urgency: We respond quickly to customer needs and hold ourselves accountable for results.

Ideal Candidates Will Demonstrate The Following Values

Acting in a safe manner
Exhibiting honesty and integrity
Acting in a fair and ethical manner
Team mentality
Delivering quality results
Embraces change / improvement
Exhibiting superior customer service skills
Exhibiting pride and ownership
Working with a sense of urgency
Exhibiting a winning attitude

What We Offer

Yancey Rents offers a full benefits package that includes aggressive compensation levels, technician tool allowances, full medical, vision and dental coverage, employee wellness programs, paid vacations and more.

Competitive Pay Structure