Independent Diesel Technician – Class C

Kenworth Louisiana; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenworth Louisiana is seeking a Diesel Technician- Class C to perform repair tasks with minimal supervision in a shop environment. You will work from repair orders, communicate with parts, document work, and maintain tools while upholding safety standards.

The role requires a diesel school degree or 6 months to 1 year of related experience; OEM certifications are preferred and a valid driver license is desirable. This full-time position supports customer vehicles and fleet service.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited Diesel school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
• OEM Certifications Preferred
• Must have a valid Driver License (CDL Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Performs work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards
• Communicates with parts department to obtain needed parts
• Saves and tags parts of the job if under warranty or if requested by the customer
• Examines assigned vehicle to determine if further safety or service work is required or recommended
• Communicate with the service advisor immediately if additional work is needed or if repairs cannot be completed within the promised time
• Documents all work performed and recommended on the repair order
• Installs optional equipment as specified by the customer or dealer
• Reports machinery defects or malfunctions to supervisor
• Maintains and is accountable for all dealership-owned tools and manuals
• Operates all tools and equipment in a safe manner
• Reports any safety issues immediately to management
• Attends and completes all training as required by the company
• Maintains 85% efficiency or higher
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Driver license

Education

Diesel tech degree

Job description

Kenworth Louisiana is seeking a Diesel Technician- Class C to perform repair tasks with minimal supervision in a shop environment. You will work from repair orders, communicate with parts, document work, and maintain tools while upholding safety standards.

The role requires a diesel school degree or 6 months to 1 year of related experience; OEM certifications are preferred and a valid driver license is desirable. This full-time position supports customer vehicles and fleet service.