Truck Technician

Peterson Holding Company; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 48,216 - 70,422; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Generous benefits

Promotion opportunities

Job summary

Peterson Holding Company is looking for a Truck Technician in San Leandro, California. This position focuses on the service, repair, and maintenance of customer and rental fleet equipment. Responsibilities include testing vehicles post-repair, diagnosing malfunctions, and maintaining safety procedures.

A minimum of an Associate’s Degree in Diesel Technology or related field and three years of experience in truck service are required. The company promises competitive wages and generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of directly related experience in truck service.
• Equivalence of education and work experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform service repair and maintenance activities.
• Analyze and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
• Test drive vehicles after repair.

Education

Associate’s Degree in Diesel Technology

Job description

Truck Technician

This position performs service repair and maintenance activities primarily in the service shop and field for customer and/or sales and rental fleet equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe working environment and observe all safety procedures, laws, policies and rules.
• Communicate with internal and external customers in a manner that promotes a positive relationship.
• Analyze and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
• Pre‑delivery setup and installation on all makes and models of truck engines and related products.
• Repair, replace, or rebuild engines and related systems and components.
• Test drive vehicles after repair to verify equipment is in proper working order.
• Write service reports that accurately document activities.
• Prepare required documentation including work orders, parts lists, and time cards in an accurate and timely manner to enable other employees to do their job in a timely manner.
• Perform assigned tasks in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner.
• Follow manufacturer and company service guidelines and procedures to ensure quality work and to preserve and document component failure information for accurate failure analysis.
• Work overtime as needed.
• Maintain punctual, regular, and predictable attendance.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from a fully accredited college or technical/vocational school in Diesel Technology or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of directly related experience in truck service, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Compensation

The pay range for this position is: $35.00 - $51.12 (Starting wage will depend on experience and education). The role also includes a total compensation package in addition to base salary.

Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Generous benefits.
• Promotion opportunities within the company.
• Family‑oriented environment that promotes safety, personal growth, and professional achievement.

EEO Statement

Peterson Trucks, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check is required.