Diesel Technician Level 3

Diesel Technician Level 3

Requirements

• 4 years practical experience with tractor trailer maintenance required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Vocational / Technical or certification preferred.
• Expert understanding of fleet maintenance policies, DOT standards and industry practices.
• Proficiency in the use of all tools of trade (including welding equipment, diagnostic equipment, hand and power tools) required.
• Clean MVR required and able to operate service truck preferred.
• Excellent communication skills. Must be able to communicate in English, both verbally and written, and can read and understand English.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Ability to work in non-climate-controlled conditions required.
• Must have own tools (hand and pneumatic) sufficient to do any job that is required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, adjust and repair all series of class 8 tractor and trailing fleet equipment.
• Conduct Preventive Maintenance (PM) services and repair tires as needed.
• Comply with all safety and best practices and follow company Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Demonstrate proficiency in the repair and diagnosis of diesel engines, power train, electrical systems, HVAC systems, steering systems, electronics, brake systems, and suspension systems.
• Perform all levels of preventive maintenance services on truck and trailing equipment.
• Perform mechanical and general appearance reconditioning of equipment for ‘trade-ins’ and prepare new equipment for delivery.
• Successfully demonstrate welding skills (mig, tig) in non-standard situations and on varying materials as needed.
• Identify and perform warrantable repairs and document on repair order.
• Use hand tools and power tools as required.
• Maintain work area appearance and safety.
• Road test vehicles when necessary to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly.
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions.
• Examine and adjust protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices.
• Inspect and verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to factory specifications.
• Specialize in repairing and troubleshooting of major components such as engine, transmissions and differentials.
• Provide directions and repair instructions and to mentor other technicians as needed.
• Ensure compliance with DOT standards and properly document work completed.
• Proficiently enter and process all transactions within the maintenance system.
• Assist with fleet analyses, action development and stances.

Preferred Qualifications

• Vocational / Technical or certification preferred.
• ASE Certification preferred.
• 608/609 certifications preferred.
• Demonstrated customer service and relationship building skills.
• Organized with the ability to deal with multiple activities in a fast-paced environment.
• Specialized training and experience in the diagnosis/troubleshooting of major components (engines, transmissions, differentials), OEM training courses required (FRTL or INTL).
• Proficiency with computers.