Diesel Technician Job Description
Diesel technician
provides hands on training for other maintenance staff with use of hand and power tools.
Diesel Technician Duties & Responsibilities
To write an effective diesel technician job description, begin by listing detailed duties, responsibilities and expectations. We have included diesel technician job description templates that you can modify and use.
Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Mechanical repairs to all vehicles, to include independent diagnosis and repair of electrical and hydraulic systems, brake repair and replacement, tire repair and/or replacement, and component rebuilding of engines, transmissions, differentials
Performs duties that include, but are not limited to welding, cutting, grinding, painting, , to repair body and chassis components in environment that may include noise, exposure to dust and dirt, solvents and propellants, fuels, oils, exhaust fumes, welding fumes
Account for time by completing time cards and repair orders on a daily basis
Conduct the flow of all service work, technician accountability, vehicle repair completion, documentation and continuous communication with the service advisors
Investigate the progress of vehicle repair completion by conducting periodic spot checks of all jobs throughout the day to ensure timely repairs, quality workmanship and cleanliness
Contact customers regarding any additions or changes to the repair of their vehicle, if required
Diagnose and repair Rental /Lease trucks & trailers
Perform quality Preventive Maintenance
Troubleshoot and repair all components of International heavy/medium duty trucks
Corrects vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics
Diesel Technician Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Diesel Technician
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: ASE
Education for Diesel Technician
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the diesel technician job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as High School and Associate Degree in General Education, Technical, Diesel Technology, Associates, Diesel, Education, Technology, Automotive, Automotive Technology, Military
Skills for Diesel Technician
Desired skills for diesel technician include:
Use of hand tools
Repair
Machines and tools
Maintenance
Uses
Shop management systems
Experience with engine products
Mouse
Windows
Technical school within the next 3 months
Desired experience for diesel technician includes:
At least 3 ASEs
Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions
1 year fleet, dealership, and/or successful completion of either a 2-year technical training program or a 3-year apprenticeship, is strongly preferred
Valid driver’s license and must have a clean driving record
Engine work
Electrical work
Diesel Technician Examples
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Diesel Technician Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of diesel technician. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for diesel technician
- Collaborate with repair team to diagnose problems with vehicles and plan repairs
- Maintain accurate records of each repair performed on vehicles
- Diagnostics and development of repair plans for engines in the workshop
- Diesel Technician / Heavy Truck Mechanics will perform quality repairs and maintenance on all Heavy Truck and Diesel Engines as specified in manufacturer designed procedures or accepted industry practices
- Diesel Technicians / Heavy Truck Mechanics will accurately complete all paperwork including repair information on work orders, information for state and emission inspections
- The shift is approximately from 3pm-1am Monday thru Friday, and every other Saturday
- Properly complete work orders and related paper work
- Perform duties in various situations such as working under and on top of high vehicles, in sometimes diverse weather conditions
- Maintain vehicle and adjust equipment to standards set by state or federal DOT for motor vehicle inspection and safety standards
- Maintain parts inventory levels, notify of potential safety issues, and communicate other issues on a daily bases to the supervisor
Qualifications for diesel technician
- Certified Diesel Technician
- Other certifications are a HUGE plus
- O-Air Brake
- O-International certs
- O-Etc
- CDL-Class A License (Will assist in obtaining if needed)
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Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of diesel technician. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for diesel technician
- Engine repair and maintenance
- Semi trailer repair experience is a plus
- Understand and ensure compliance with all International vendor policies and warranty procedures
- Maintain high quality service repairs to minimize comebacks
- Ensure that all work is fairly and equally assigned
- Explain cost and time requirements in detail, and getting the proper authorization before any additional repairs are made
- Keep abreast of all warranty policies and product changes to maintain effectiveness in this role
- Provide on-the-job technical support for technicians as required and assisting in the development of their technical skills and abilities
- Ensure that all vehicles are road tested when required and that the repairs were completed correctly
- Disassemble, inspect and replace worn parts as required
Qualifications for diesel technician
- Have your own tools (preferably 2')
- Must have recent, verifyable experience as a diesel tecnhician
- Must have current CDL
- Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position
- Must be certified as an ASE Medium-Heavy Truck Technician
- Must have at least 3-5 years experience working on medium to heavy trucks
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Diesel Technician Job Description
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Our growing company is hiring for a diesel technician. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for diesel technician
- Other duties as required or requested by Regional Fleet Supervisor
- Adheres to and ensures adherence to all relevant Health, Safety & Environmental policies, procedures and legislation and reports any issues / incidents to their supervisor
- Receive powder samples from and pelletise for powder testing
- Carry out the calcination of the samples for analysis
- Carry out powder and monolith testing using the allocated resources meeting delivery expectations
- Process raw data using macros and report results to relevant departments
- Manage and report on the queue of materials for testing to minimise downtime
- Carry out additional laboratory work, as required
- Completes applicable Company training programs
- Work hard, have a positive attitude, and willing to learn
Qualifications for diesel technician
- Experience with Cummins Engines, Allison Transmissions, electrical, HVAC and steering components a plus
- Must have air brake experience
- Have or be able to obtain a class "B' CDL license (we will help obtain)
- Must be able to pass a DOT physical and drug screen
- 5+ years of mechanic experience with similar diesel equipment and/or heavy equipment strongly preferred
- May need to provide mechanic’s tools of the trade
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Our growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of diesel technician. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for diesel technician
- Completing diagnostics, repairs and rebuilds on engine products in a service workshop independently while coaching and developing less experienced technicians
- Applying documented procedures and policies to complete complex repairs, including identifying and preparing required parts and tools
- Perform minor and major repairs on trucks and trailers
- Maintain parts inventory and cleanliness in the shop
- Perform regular diagnostic tests on trucks
- Completes diagnostics, repairs and rebuilds on engine products in a service workshop
- Completes work completed documents, time sheets, warranty claims, quality documents via handwritten forms or business system input screens
- Dedication and adherence to all company and industry safety standards
- Candidate must have own tools and reliable transportation
- Utilize vehicle computer electrical systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs
Qualifications for diesel technician
- Minimal experience in a diesel shop performing heavy-duty repairs required, 1-3 years preferred
- Minimum of 1 year of experience on suspensions and alignments
- Minimum of 1 year of experience on drive train repairs
- Minimum 2 years on engine electronics
- Minimum 2 years on cab air conditioning
- Mechanic Certifications and CDL-A preferred
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Diesel Technician Job Description
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Our innovative and growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of diesel technician. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for diesel technician
- Cleans and maintains maintenance facilities and areas according to established Company standards
- Maintains maintenance records in the appropriate logs
- Performs other maintenance duties required by departmental supervision
- Suspension, drivetrain and steering systems
- Safely provides road service when necessary to ensure that the Company’s equipment is returned to operation in a safe and efficient manner
- Identifies the source of the malfunctions using a variety of electronic tools
- The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required by personnel so classified
- Repairs and maintains all components in light, medium and heavy duty trucks
- Operate various manufacturer computer programs to run diagnostic tests
- Diagnoses trouble codes, disassembles engines and other truck components, and examines parts for defects and excessive wear
Qualifications for diesel technician
- Must be able to stand, walk, kneel, bend, reach, crawl required for virtually the entire shift
- Able to lift up to 50 pounds and assist others when lifting is required
- Must be computer literate, and have experience with engine, ABS, transmission, diagnostic equipment and software
- Must be able to work in a dusty, greasy environment with moderate to high noise volume
- 1 year DOT sign-off, High School Diploma or GED preferred
- Ability to work in time-sensitive environment