DIESEL MECHANIC TECHNICIAN

The Diesel Mechanic Technician is responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining diesel-powered trucks, trailers, heavy equipment, and related mechanical systems. This position performs preventive maintenance and repairs to ensure equipment operates safely, efficiently, and reliably while minimizing downtime.

• Perform preventive maintenance and routine service on diesel engines, trucks, trailers, and heavy equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and fuel-system problems.
• Repair and replace engines, transmissions, brakes, steering components, suspension systems, cooling systems, and other mechanical components.
• Inspect equipment to identify worn, damaged, or unsafe parts and recommend necessary repairs.
• Troubleshoot equipment using diagnostic tools, service manuals, and manufacturer specifications.
• Perform oil changes, lubrication, filter replacement, fluid checks, and other scheduled maintenance.
• Service and repair air brake and hydraulic brake systems.
• Inspect and repair electrical systems, including batteries, starters, alternators, lighting, and wiring.
• Perform repairs on trailers, including brakes, suspension, landing gear, lights, and related components.
• Conduct pre-service and post-repair inspections to verify equipment is safe and operating properly.
• Complete work orders and accurately document inspections, repairs, parts used, and labor performed.
• Maintain tools, equipment, parts, and work areas in a clean, safe, and organized condition.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and perform emergency repairs when required.
• Follow OSHA requirements, company safety policies, environmental procedures, and applicable DOT regulations.
• Communicate equipment conditions, repair needs, and maintenance recommendations to supervisors and operations personnel.
• Perform additional maintenance duties as assigned.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work overtime during the week or on weekends.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to read, write and perform basic math.
• Resourceful, well organized and dependable.
• Excellent communication skills.
• High School or Equivalent

COMPETENCIES:

• Verbal comprehension

Understand oral and written communications, both general and technical.

• Communication skills

Provide clear instructions/directions.

• Reasoning skills

Problem solving and troubleshooting skills.

• Time Management

Values time and manages time effectively. Effectively prioritizes and can manage a broad range of activities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to stand; walk; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk with alternate standing. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is subject to a dry, sometimes dusty environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.