Heavy Truck Technician: Diesel & Electrical Diagnostics

Personnel Board of Jefferson County; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 43,105 - 70,012; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension)

Generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave

Job summary

A local government agency in Birmingham is hiring Automotive Technicians to perform mechanical repair and maintenance on heavy trucks and related equipment. Candidates must possess or be able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 180 days. Responsibilities also include inspecting equipment, diagnosing issues, and performing preventive maintenance in a physically demanding environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain CDL within 180 days of hire.
• Experience in area-specific diagnostics and repairs.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs on heavy trucks and conduct maintenance on hydraulic systems.
• Inspect equipment before and after work.
• Perform preventive maintenance and tune-ups on heavy trucks.

Skills

Diagnosing problems with diesel engines

Performing repairs on diesel engines

Electrical repairs on automobiles and trucks

Inspecting and repairing steering and suspension

Inspecting and repairing air brake systems

Education

Completion of coursework/certification program

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Job description

A local government agency in Birmingham is hiring Automotive Technicians to perform mechanical repair and maintenance on heavy trucks and related equipment. Candidates must possess or be able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 180 days. Responsibilities also include inspecting equipment, diagnosing issues, and performing preventive maintenance in a physically demanding environment.