Heavy Duty Repair Technician

Peterson Cat; Fortuna (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Peterson Cat is seeking a Heavy Duty Repair Technician to service trucks at our Fortuna, CA location. You will perform diagnosis, repairs, and maintenance in the shop and at customer sites as needed.

The ideal candidate has an Associate's Degree in Diesel Technology and at least five years of truck service experience, plus DOT Medical Card; Class B CDL is a plus. We offer competitive wages and benefits in a safety‑driven, team‑oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Diesel Technology or related field; 5+ years truck service experience.
• DOT Medical Card required.
• Class B CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe working environment and observe all safety procedures, laws, policies and rules.
• Communicate with internal and external customers to promote positive relationships.
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and determine necessary repairs.
• Perform pre-delivery setup and installation on truck engines and related products.
• Repair, replace or rebuild engines and related systems and components.
• Test drive vehicles after repair to verify proper working order.

Skills

Diagnose equipment malfunctions

Safety procedures

Customer communication

Education

Associate's Degree in Diesel Technology

Job description

It’s your time, make it matter.

At Peterson, we partner with our customers to build the future. For over 90 years, our peoples’ work has shaped the communities where we live, where we raise our families, and where we thrive. Peterson’s legacy permeates every aspect of our communities. From roads and bridges, back-up power at hospitals, fire-fighting, concerts and moving goods; we are everywhere you look. At Peterson, you don’t just have a career, you have a purpose.

It’s your time, make it matter.

At Peterson, we partner with our customers to build the future. For over 90 years, our peoples’ work has shaped the communities where we live, where we raise our families, and where we thrive. Peterson’s legacy permeates every aspect of our communities. From roads and bridges, back-up power at hospitals, fire-fighting, concerts and moving goods; we are everywhere you look. At Peterson, you don’t just have a career, you have a purpose.

Our family-oriented environment is built on safety, winning, growth, and professional achievement.

Hiring and developing exceptional people is critical to our continued success. We have high standards for a good reason: our people represent Peterson, our family, our brand, and our values.

You have high expectations too. You are exceptionally motivated, have outstanding skills, and want your work to matter. Peterson offers competitive wages, generous benefits, and promotional opportunities at a family-owned and operated business. It’s time to use your skills and passion to do work that matters!

Job Description

Peterson Cat has a need for a Heavy Duty Repair Technician to work on Trucks at our Fortuna, CA location.

Summary

The Truck Technician performs service repair and maintenance activities primarily in the service shop and field for customer and/or sales and rental fleet equipment.

Essential Job Functions

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign the functions to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Job functions include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Maintain a safe working environment and observe all safety procedures, laws, policies and rules.
• Communicate with internal and external customers in a manner that promotes a positive relationship.
• Analyze and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
• Pre-delivery setup and installation on all makes and models of truck engines and related products.
• Repair, replace or rebuild engines and related systems and components.
• Test drive vehicles after repair to verify equipment is in proper working order.
• Write service reports that accurately document activities.
• Prepare required documentation including work orders, parts lists, and timecards in an accurate and timely manner to enable other employees to do their job in a timely manner.
• Perform assigned tasks in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner.
• Follow manufacturer and company service guidelines and procedures to ensure quality work and to preserve and document component failure information for accurate failure analysis.
• Work overtime as needed.
• Maintain punctual, regular, and predictable attendance.

Qualifications

Associates Degree from a fully accredited college or technical/vocational school in Diesel Technology or other closely related field; and a minimum of five years of directly related experience in truck service, preferably in a heavy industrial environment; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Ability to obtain Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Card required
• Class “B” CDL is preferred

The pay range for this position is: $26.56-$40.00. Starting wage will depend on experience and education. We also offer a total compensation package in addition to base salary.

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Peterson Tractor Co. is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check is required.