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Open nowPosted 38 days ago

Diesel Technician

Cogent Analytics190 open roles

Pay
$28 – $35 an hour
Where
Des Moines, IA
Work mode
On site
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This job: posted 38 days ago

The posting

Our client is looking for a Diesel Mechanic, the primary purpose of this position is to provide basic mechanical, repair, maintenance, and other related services to the customers. This person must have a clear understanding of routine and complex truck and trailer repair processes, routine maintenance tasks, shop techniques and practices, parts, materials and the operation, use, and basic repair of basic shop equipment. Performs assigned duties and tasks to meet Company standards and customer satisfaction.

This position reports to the Shop Supervisor but may receive work instructions for specific assignments from a lead mechanic or technician. This position impacts the profitability of the Company by working efficiently, not wasting time on the job, not wasting parts and materials, not breaking tools needlessly, and not creating rework.

Duties and Tasks

  • Assists Mechanics with completing complex mechanical truck and trailer service, maintenance, and repairs, on all makes and models of trucks and trailers, including, but not limited to working with the following mechanical systems: engine, electrical, drive train, tire, steering, suspension, refrigeration units, etc.
  • Performs vehicle and trailer inspections according to DOT standards and understands what is necessary to bring identified basic deficiencies into compliance.
  • Performs routine and complex vehicle fluid and filter checks and replacements. Checks these systems according to manufacturer’s specifications and replaces fluids and filters with appropriate materials and according to company standards.
  • Conducts routine vehicle and trailer electrical inspections. Makes routine replacements of fuses, bulbs, batteries, etc. Makes routine and complex electrical repairs, installations and replacements.
  • Performs routine and complex troubleshooting, repair and replacement procedures, on all makes and models of trucks and trailers for engine and related systems.
  • Performs routine and complex troubleshooting, repair and replacement procedures, on all makes and models of trucks and trailers for electrical and related systems.
  • Performs routine and complex troubleshooting, repair and replacement procedures, on all makes and models of trucks and trailers for wheel, tire, axle and related systems.
  • Informs Supervisor regarding problems or difficulties encountered during troubleshooting repair or maintenance procedures. Discusses any problems, complaints, requests, or ideas with the Supervisor.
  • Assists the Shop Supervisor with training other mechanics working in the shop.
  • Assists with managing the stock and equipment inventories as assigned to the shop. Takes and reports physical counts of stock inventory according to schedule established by the Shop Supervisor. Notifies Shop Supervisor when stock inventories are approaching reorder points.
  • Notifies Shop Supervisor in a timely manner when non-stock parts are needed on a maintenance job so that the parts can be ordered quickly and not significantly delay the job’s scheduled completion.
  • Assists with the training of other technical staff as assigned by answering questions and showing by example.
  • May be required to cover the shop operations in the event of a vacation or absence of the Shop Supervisor.
  • Completes all necessary paperwork and reports accurately and submits in a timely manner.
  • Responsible for keeping assigned company tools available and undamaged at all times, which will include Company assigned tablet.
  • Will be required to utilize shop software on a daily basis which includes: creating jobs, clocking in and out of jobs, accurately entering all parts used on jobs, and entering all notes efficiently and thoroughly.

Qualifications

  • Requires valid current Iowa driver’s license.
  • Employee must have the ability to drive all types of trucks, including manual transmissions.
  • Three to five years of experience with diesel truck repair is preferred, but 2 years of experience is required.
  • Employee must have the ability to consistently present him/herself and the company to the public in a clean, courteous, and professional manner.
  • Employee must work professionally and be respectful of all other employees of this company.
  • Employee must be able to lift up to 100 lbs.
  • Employee must have the ability to write a work order.
  • All employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment drug test.
  • Employee understands all employees must submit to random drug/alcohol testing if they are randomly selected throughout the year, at no cost to the employee.
  • Requires mechanical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to read technical diagrams and manuals.
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