Diesel Technician

Diesel Technician

Location: Leesport, PA

Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Ashley Furniture is a leading furniture manufacturer and retailer operating across multiple industries including warehousing, logistics, and fleet management. We're seeking a skilled Diesel Technician to join our growing team and help maintain our fleet of vehicles that keep our operations running smoothly.

We are looking for an experienced Diesel Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain our fleet of diesel-powered vehicles and equipment. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and preventive service on diesel engines, transmissions, and related systems
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues using diagnostic tools and equipment
• Repair or replace defective parts including fuel systems, brake systems, steering mechanisms, and transmissions
• Conduct thorough inspections to identify potential problems before they become critical
• Maintain accurate service records and documentation
• Follow all safety protocols and guidelines
• Work efficiently to minimize vehicle downtime
• Collaborate with team members and communicate effectively about repair needs and timelines

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 years of experience as a diesel technician or mechanic
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines and heavy equipment systems
• Ability to use diagnostic tools and computer-based diagnostic software
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record
• Ability to lift heavy equipment and work in various positions

Preferred:

• ASE certifications in diesel mechanics
• Technical school or vocational training in diesel technology
• Experience with fleet management systems
• CDL license

Why You'll Love This Job

Tool & Boot Allowance - Get a $300 annual boot allowance and $500 annual tool allowance so you're always equipped for the job.

Comprehensive Benefits - Health, dental, vision, retirement plans, and paid time off to support your well-being.

Competitive Pay & Shift Differentials - Earn what you're worth with opportunities for additional pay.

Growth & Stability - Work with a company that invests in its mechanics and keeps you busy year-round.

Who We Are

At Ashley, we're more than a business; we're family. As the largest manufacturer of home furnishings in the world, we know what it takes to build incredible furniture and future leaders. We're problem solvers with the grit to persevere during challenging times and innovators who won't coast when times are good. We create solutions, not excuses. And never settle for the status quo. It's the reason we're always searching for better ways to deliver an exceptional customer experience. That's why Ashley Furniture is #1 in our industry.

Ready to grow? You've come to the right place. Ashley Furniture has a Growth Mindset, and once you join our team, you'll learn from the best in the business.

Apply today and find your home at Ashley!

Benefits We Offer

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off
• Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical Tourism
• Telehealth
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Life Insurance

Our Core Values

Honesty & Integrity

• Without hesitation, he uses candor and is direct in communication
• Is tough-minded in working in and meeting the demands of reality
• Always tells the truth and follows through on commitments

Passion, Drive, Discipline

• Enjoys working hard and pursues work with energy, drive, and willpower to finish
• Is disciplined in developing consistency into work processes
• Is focused and relentless in achieving goals

Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence

• Fights to take costs and waste out of the system
• Seeks to understand "why" something works the way it does, and through study and improvement determines how to better all processes and systems.
• Strives for more in all areas of work by developing measurements, setting goals, and then working on ways to exceed goals through problem-solving methods that look beyond the obvious

Dirty Fingernail

• Does not rely on reports to run the business, but rather goes to the work that is being done and sees if the work is being done right for him/herself.
• Has an insatiable curiosity and takes a "Go and See" approach to understand the current state of the business and the competitive realities
• Takes a hands-on approach to tackle problems and demonstrates critical thinking through use of effective questioning...asking the 5 "Whys"

Growth Focused

• Understands the customer's needs and wants, then challenges current ways of doing business that inhibits growth and organizes work to meet those needs
• Is competitive by studying the competition and is aggressive in looking for ways to beat them
• Strives to be the BEST by improving the quality of processes, reducing costs, doing more business, being profitable, and growing the business

To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility information page:

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We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates, only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals Only.