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Diesel Tech I

H-E-B
Corpus Christi, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 10/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/18/2026
Job Description

Job Summary: As a Diesel Technician I, you'll perform basic to mid-range diagnostics, troubleshooting, maintenance, and basic repairs and replacements.

Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions

  • Troubleshooting / Maintenance / Repair & Replacement:
    • Performs basic to mid-range diagnostics and troubleshooting
    • Performs basic welding
    • Performs basic repairs, preventative maintenance, and replacements in assigned classification
    • May work with others in an apprentice-style environment
    • Performs preventative and predictive repair maintenance as assigned
    • Assists in basic welding, repair, and brake systems; repairs / replaces / adjusts clutch
    • Troubleshoots / repairs basic electrical systems, engine operations, trans / differential operations, air conditioning, and cooling systems
    • Performs safety-sensitive tractor repairs with some degree of Trainer or Foreman assistance depending on Tech's experience
    • Performs state inspections
    • Performs Associate Diesel Tech duties
The responsibilities and essential functions outlined above describe the general nature and level of work assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Duties and responsibilities may be modified at any time based on business needs. Employees may be required to perform other job-related tasks as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.

Work Experience

Qualifications & Key Requirements:

  • 1 years of mechanical experience or 2 years of trade school - Required
  • Experience as a tractor mechanic - Required

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

  • A skilled level of welding (preferred) - Preferred
  • Working knowledge of all shop safety requirements - Required
  • Familiarity with general preventative maintenance and safety procedures - Required
  • Computer skills - Required
  • General mechanical aptitude - Required
  • Obtain the minimum expected tool set - Required

Education

  • HS Diploma or GED or equivalent - Required

Licenses/Certifications

  • Ability to obtain a valid Texas Commercial Driver's License within 6 months - Required
  • Actively pursuing certification for next Technician level - Required
  • Complete TMT training - Required
  • Meet H-E-B driving qualifications - Required
  • Obtain state inspection DOT certification within 1 year of hire - Required
  • Obtain / maintain OEM certification in brakes, suspension, electrical, HVAC, welding, and TIA - Required

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

  • Work in a team environment
  • Lift 100 lbs and carry a distance of 5 ft
  • Work sitting, standing, stooping, bending, and in a prone position
  • Work with hands over head
  • Climb; work from a ladder

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Partner encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Last revised: 9/1/2013

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