Lead Diesel Technician

VANGUARD TRUCK CENTERS LLC; Franklin (KY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401k with employer match

Medical

Optional life and LTDF

Flexible Spending Account

PTO

Job summary

Vanguard Truck Centers LLC in Franklin, KY is seeking Diesel Technicians to diagnose, repair, and service diesel trucks and equipment per dealership and factory standards. You will communicate with parts and service staff, document work orders, and participate in ongoing manufacturer training.

The role emphasizes safety, neat workspaces, and teamwork with senior technicians. A high school diploma or technical training is preferred, with 1–2 years of mechanical aptitude and a valid driver’s

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving abilities.
• Valid driver’s license with ability to obtain CDL.
• Ability to work with team and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair diesel trucks/equipment per repair orders.
• Communicate with parts department to obtain needed parts.
• Document work performed on repair orders and keep customers informed.
• Participate in safety inspections and manufacturer training programs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

CDL eligibility

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Diesel Technicians are you looking for a fulfilling career with a successful company that is growing and profitable? At Vanguard Truck Centers we invest in our people and recognize that our employees are our greatest assets. We are seeking talent that is driven with a great attitude, has a desire for success, team-oriented and are ultimate leaders.The Company: Our strength is in our people and teamwork.Vanguard Truck Centers owns and operates full service commercial truck centers in the United States. Our unique footprint allows us to provide a diverse range of products and services across many industries, and across the country.RESPONSIBILITIES for Diesel TechniciansDiesel Technicians performs work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards.Diagnoses cause of any malfunction and performs repair on diesel Trucks or equipment.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.Communicates with service advisor immediately if additional work is needed, if work outlined is not needed, or if repairs cannot be completed within the promised time.Diesel Technician will documents all work performed and recommended on the repair order.Road tests vehicles when required or refers to the test technician.Diesel Technician will participates in manufacturer-sponsored training programs, schools, and events.Keeps abreast of manufacturer technical bulletins.Supervises work of any apprentice diesel technicians as assigned.Reports machinery defects or malfunctions to supervisor.Ensures that customers' vehicles are kept clean. Notifies service advisor immediately of anything that has happened to change the appearance or condition of the vehicle.Keeps shop area neat and clean for your safety and safety of other diesel technicians.Maintains and is accountable for all dealership-owned tools and manuals. Returns them to the proper place and in the same condition as they were received.Understands, keeps abreast of, and complies with federal, state, and local regulations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know, etc.Operates all tools and equipment in a safe manner.Reports any safety issues immediately to management.BENEFITS:Competitive salary401k with employer matchMedicalOptional life and LTDFlexible Spending AccountPTO Paid Time Off programSelf-paced training optionsCareer Advancement OpportunitiesRetention BonusLooking for hard working diesel technicians willing to put in the time and effort to learn the diesel technician tradeWork with senior technicians to obtain experience in multiple levels of diesel repairsOnline and instructor led training providedHigh school diploma preferred or completion of vocational/ technical schoolBasic mechanical aptitude with 1 to 2 years experience preferredValid drivers license with the ability to obtain CDL licenseMust have base required tools or obtain within 30 daysMajor tooling provided in houseSafety shoes are required on day one of employment. Employees must wear approved safety footwear at all times while working in designated shop and service areas- Background screening is a mandatory prerequisite for employment consideration.Vanguard Truck Centers afford equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants for employment and will prohibit discrimination because of race, color, sex, religion, nation of origin, age, handicap or veteran status.