Senior Diesel Technician & Training Lead

FleetPride, Inc.; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay & bonuses

Benefits & retirement enrollment

Vacation & sick time

Paid holidays

Tool program

Paid training

Boot program & uniforms

PPE provided

Specialty tooling & diagnostic软件

Job summary

FleetPride is seeking a Technician III to master preventive maintenance across vehicle systems and to train junior technicians. You will perform advanced repairs, diagnostics and component replacements, and you will guide the team to diagnose complex failures and propose accurate fixes.

The role requires hands-on expertise with class 7 & 8 trucks, experience with 53’ trailers, and strong diagnostic and welding skills.

Qualifications

• Diesel Technology Associates degree.
• 7+ years of experience with class 7 & 8 trucks.
• Experience repairing 53’ trailers.

Responsibilities

• Examine vehicles to determine extent of damage or malfunction(s).
• Train new service shop employees on company procedures regarding vehicle repairs.
• Inspect orders for completion and quality before presentation or delivery to customers.
• Perform inspections and preventative maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
• Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications and filter replacements.
• Repair, reline, replace, and adjust brakes (air, hydraulic, electric and brake accessories).
• Test drive vehicles and test components using proper equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair suspension systems including leaf and coil spring systems, and Hendrickson walking beam type suspension systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, exhaust systems, steering systems, air conditioning, PTO”S and custom exhaust systems.
• Adjust, remove and replace clutches and drivelines.
• Overhaul, troubleshoot and repair diesel and gasoline engines.
• Troubleshoot and repair fuel tanks, fifth wheels, trailer hitches, pintle hooks, auxiliary axles and frames.
• Perform tandem alignment, front axle king pin and bushing repairs.
• Perform basic aluminum and steel wire welding.
• Review service story provided by service writers and determine tasks that need to be accomplished in order for the order to be completed in a timely manner.
• File, grind, sand and smooth filled or repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools.
• Remove upholstery, accessories, electrical window and seat operating equipment and trim to gain access to vehicle bodies and fenders.
• Train new service shop employees on company procedures regarding vehicle repairs.
• Inspect orders for completion and quality before presentation or delivery to customers.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.

Skills

Train others

Diagnostic experience

Welding experience

Education

Diesel Technology Associates degree

Job description

FleetPride is seeking a Technician III to master preventive maintenance across vehicle systems and to train junior technicians. You will perform advanced repairs, diagnostics and component replacements, and you will guide the team to diagnose complex failures and propose accurate fixes.

The role requires hands-on expertise with class 7 & 8 trucks, experience with 53’ trailers, and strong diagnostic and welding skills.