What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diesel Mechanic position at Extreme Truck & Trailer Alignment Inc.?
Job Summary
Extreme Truck & Trailer Alignment Inc. is a heavy-duty truck repair and alignment company located in Bakersfield, CA. We are looking for an experienced Diesel Mechanic who specializes in cylinder head repairs and electrical systems. We are a growing company that values hard work, professionalism, and a positive attitude. If you take pride in your work and want to be part of a great team, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities
- Perform cylinder head repairs including removal, inspection, cleaning, and reinstallation
- Diagnose and repair cracked, warped, or damaged cylinder heads
- Replace head gaskets, valves, valve seals, and related components
- Perform compression and leak-down tests to identify engine issues
- Diagnose and repair electrical system failures on heavy-duty trucks
- Troubleshoot wiring harnesses, sensors, fuses, relays, and connectors
- Read and interpret electrical wiring diagrams and schematics
Experience
- Cylinder Heads:
- Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience removing, inspecting, and reinstalling cylinder heads on heavy-duty diesel engines
Electrical Systems:
- Minimum 2 years of experience diagnosing and repairing electrical systems on heavy-duty trucks
- Experience reading and interpreting wiring diagrams and electrical schematics
- Hands-on experience troubleshooting wiring harnesses, sensors, relays, fuses, and connectors
- Experience diagnosing and repairing starting systems, charging systems, and lighting systems
- Experience using electrical diagnostic tools and multimeters
- Experience with ABS systems, trailer electrical connections, and ECM/ECU diagnostics a plus
- Experience working with engines such as Cummins, Detroit, CAT, Paccar, or Volvo
- Proven experience replacing head gaskets, valves, valve seals, valve springs, and rocker arms
- Experience performing cylinder head resurfacing and reconditioning
- Ability to perform compression tests, leak-down tests, and cooling system pressure tests
- Experience identifying warped, cracked, or burned cylinder heads
Pay: $19.00 - $26.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $26