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Diesel Shop Technician

Atlantic Detroit Diesel Allison
Middletown, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 3/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/12/2027

Overview

Responsible for diagnosing problems and performing minor to complex electrical/mechanical repairs on customer's equipment including engines, drivetrain, steering, suspension, and brake systems

 

Responsibilities

  • Perform routine maintenance on equipment according to manufacturer’s established guidelines.
  • Ability to work with diagnostic software and follow troubleshooting guidelines.
  • Work with parts department to identify and order parts consistent with diagnosis.
  • Ability to perform mechanical repairs, up to and including complete disassembly and rebuild. Will consider experience from any major OEM.
  • Complete all work orders and time sheets in a legible, accurate and timely manner detailing labor operations (Complaint, Cause, Correction).
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

 

Top pay rate offered for the following:

  • Detroit Diesel or any major heavy duty OEM engine repair / rebuild experience
  • Cummins ISB, ISM, ISX, Cummins Insite experience

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED along with a minimum of three years related experience OR Technical degree and certification in a diesel repair program.
  • Full set of basic hand tools both standard and metric, including torque wrenches and toolbox.
  • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record, CDL a plus.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • Electrical diagnostic familiarity – use of a multimeter, understanding schematics, basic circuit knowledge
  • Basic computer navigation and utilization skills required.
  • Ability to utilize laptop and portable diagnostic tools required.
  • Experience with Adobe and Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel) helpful.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

  • The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
  • Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company policies and procedures.

 

Competitive pay, a flexible work environment, and a well-built benefits program can be the foundation of your financial plan. From health insurance and retirement to paid time off, our wide range of benefits help you enjoy a balanced lifestyle and a promising future. We provide:​​

  • 401(k) savings plan​
  • Tuition reimbursement​
  • Holidays​
  • Vacation​
  • Employee-assistance program​
  • Medical programs​
  • Dental programs​
  • Vision programs​
  • Flexible spending accounts​
  • Employee life and accident insurance​
  • Supplemental life and accident insurance
  • Business travel accident insurance
  • Short-term disability insurance
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Sick time off
  • Company-paid technician uniforms
  • Annual safety-shoe allowance
  • Annual prescription safety-glasses allowance

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

 

 

 

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