Experienced Diesel Technician

Schedule: Monday through Friday 1pm start time occasional weekend work.

Starting hourly rate between $29 and $33

We are looking for an Experienced Diesel Technician to join our team in Joliet. The Diesel Mechanic will strive to meet or exceed goal times for repairs. Able to work unsupervised for extended periods of time and assist in training technicians in lower job classifications.

Training & Experience: Technician I employees should possess the following training and experience:

• Minimum of six (6) years practical experience or an equivalent combination of related education and experience
• Specialized training and/or experience in the overhaul of major components (i.e., Mack – Cummins - Detroit Diesel Engines, etc.)
• Be proficient in the use of all tools of the trade (Welding equipment, power tools and shop machinery)
  
  

Major Function: Properly diagnose, overhaul, adjust and repair all series of truck and trailer equipment including but not limited to the following:

• Engines (Gas and Diesel) – Diagnose, remove, and rebuild and reinstallation, as necessary.
• Transmissions (Manual & Automatic) – Diagnose, remove rebuild and reinstallation, as necessary.
  
  

Differential/Power Dividers – Diagnose, remove, rebuild and reinstallation, as necessary.

• Starters/Alternators – Diagnose, remove, repair, and replace as censer.
• Air Conditioning Systems – Trained/Certified, diagnose electrical and mechanical defects, repair, component replacement, evaluation, and charging.
  
  

Fan Clutches – Diagnose, remove, rebuild and reinstallation, as necessary.

• Power Steering Systems - Diagnose, adjust, and repair, as necessary.
• Electrical/Brake/Cooling Systems – Diagnose, remove, rebuild, reinstallation, and adjustment, as necessary. Brake certified.
• Clutches – Diagnose, remove and reinstallation, as necessary.
• PTO Systems – Installation of PTO System and related hydraulic components. Diagnose, remove rebuild and reinstallation and adjustment, as necessary.
• Tires – Remove, install and algin chassis.
• Engine Electronics (Gas and Diesel) – adjust and repair, as necessary.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Work outdoors in different weather conditions.
• Exposure to used cooking oil odors.
  
  

Specific Duties: Technician I Employees perform the following functions with no assistance:

• Perform all levels of preventative maintenance
• Identify and determine parts require for repair of disassembled units
• Identify warrantable repairs and document appropriately
• Maintain work area appearance and safety
• Road test vehicles as necessary
• Performance and prospective duties in a timely and efficient matter
• All duties of lower job classifications.
• Follow all safety rules and procedures.
• Fully participate and support all safety initiatives.
• Think safety and continually scan the work environment; make suggestions for corrections and improvements.
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift, push or pull up to at least 50 lbs.
• Ability to provide the above major functions, specific duties and with the experience listed above.
• DOT certified medical card.
• Good driving record.
• Ability to drive manual 8- and/or 10 and or 13 transmissions preferred.
• Ability to drive automatic transmissions and use of PTO.
• Superb communication skills (verbal and written).
• Computer skills.
• Team player.
• Multitasking skills.
  
  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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