Senior Diesel Technician — Lead Diagnostics & Reliability

Vulcan Materials Company; Buford (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Vulcan Materials Company seeks a skilled diesel technician to perform advanced diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on heavy equipment. You will oversee troubleshooting, calibrations, and rebuilds to ensure performance and compliance with safety standards.

You will lead and mentor junior technicians, assist in creating maintenance procedures, and collaborate with engineering teams to improve reliability and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5 years on diesel/heavy construction equipment preferred.
• Vocational/trade training in mechanical field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced diagnostics, maintenance, and repair of diesel engines and related systems.
• Oversee troubleshooting, calibrations, and rebuilds to ensure safety and environmental standards.
• Lead and mentor junior technicians and assist in developing maintenance procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to improve equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Maintain detailed records of repairs, parts inventory, and service schedules.

Skills

Diesel engines

Troubleshooting

Maintenance procedures

Team mentoring

Education

High School diploma or GED

5 years diesel/heavy equipment experience

Vocational/trade training (preferred)

Tools

CAT SIS

Vulcan EMS

My Komatsu

Job description

Vulcan Materials Company seeks a skilled diesel technician to perform advanced diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on heavy equipment. You will oversee troubleshooting, calibrations, and rebuilds to ensure performance and compliance with safety standards.

You will lead and mentor junior technicians, assist in creating maintenance procedures, and collaborate with engineering teams to improve reliability and efficiency.