Mobile Diesel Technician

GTG Peterbilt; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

PTO

Signing bonus

Job summary

GTG Peterbilt in Davenport, IA seeks a Mobile Diesel Technician to travel to client sites for maintenance, repair, and diagnostics on diesel vehicles and equipment, including engine and brake services, inspections, and cooling system work.

The role requires hands-on problem solving, strong customer communication, and the ability to work independently while following Safety guidelines and DOT compliance. A valid CDL or ability to obtain within 90 days is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience with diesel truck and trailer repair, maintenance, and diagnostics.
• Minimum DOT Inspection Certified (additional schooling and certifications preferred).
• Must be able to provide sufficient tool inventory to perform job duties.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled repair, maintenance, and services on diesel vehicles and equipment as directed by the Service Manager.
• Communicate with customers professionally on job and schedule status.
• Maintain service truck and inventory; ensure paperwork is complete daily.

Skills

Diesel repair

Customer communication

DOT inspections

Diagnostics

Safety procedures

Tool inventory management

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Hand tools

Job description

Description

GTG Peterbilt – Davenport, a premier provider of quality products and services to commercial equipment end users. We currently carry a full line of parts in our inventory along with maintenance and repair services. When you build your career at GTG Peterbilt, you make a commitment to being the very best in the business.

We have an opening for a Mobile Diesel Technician. The successful candidate will travel to client sites and provide maintenance, repair, and diagnostic services for diesel vehicles and equipment to include but are not limited to engine services, brake service, engine diagnosis, inspections, cooling system service, etc. Most common service calls include scheduled services and repairs, break down response, DOT inspections.

Requirements

• Perform instructed and scheduled repair, maintenance, and services as needed on various vehicles and equipment as instructed by the Service Manager.
• Maintains vehicle functional condition by listening to operator concerns.
• Conducting CVI and DOT inspections.
• Diagnosing and repair of minor engine issues.
• Repairing mechanical and electrical systems malfunctions.
• Replacing basic parts and components.
• Verifies vehicle serviceability by conducting test drives, adjusting controls and systems.
• Communicate with customers in a professional manner on job status and schedule status.
• Communicate regularly with Service Management on job status and schedule status.
• Maintain appearance and service truck in a professional manner.
• Keep supplies ready by inventorying stock, placing orders, and verifying receipt.
• Stock and maintain service truck inventory, tool collection, and all necessary paperwork daily (candidate to provide own tools).
• Adhere to all traffic laws.
• Must be able to work independently and communicate with team when needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience with diesel truck and trailer repair, maintenance, and diagnostics.
• Minimum DOT Inspection Certified (additional schooling and certifications preferred).
• Must be able to provide sufficient tool inventory to perform job duties.
• Physical requirements include standing, bending, lifting (50+ lbs.), and sitting for long periods of time in varied temperatures and weather conditions.
• Experience interacting directly with customers with high levels of customer service and communication skills.
• Must have neat, legible handwriting.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Current CDL or be able to attain within 90 days of hire.
• Clean driving record, pre-employment drug screening and background check required.

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), preferred.
• Combination of education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Flexible hours based on customer needs.

Compensation & Signing bonus based on education and experience.

GTG Peterbilt offers a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes health, dental, vision, PTO, and 401(k).

GTG Peterbilt is an equal opportunity employer.