What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diesel Technician Intern position at Wallwork/Valley Imports?
JOB SUMMARY
The Diesel Technician Intern works with the Service Manager and existing Diesel Technicians to maintain diesel equipment operation by helping with the completion of inspections and preventative maintenance requirements. You will learn about these requirements which include correcting vehicle deficiencies, making adjustments and alignments, and keeping records.
QUALIFICATIONS (minimum requirements)
Education and/or years’ experience required:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least 18 years of age
- A valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
Preferred/Required Skills and Abilities:
- Tooling, supply management, mechanical inspection tools, and technical understanding.
- Strong attention to detail, dependable, and a thoroughness in work
- Excellent verbal communication, documentation skills, inventory control and job knowledge
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND ACCOUNTABILITES
- Determines vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts.
- Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; controlling corrosion; completing winterization procedures.
- Intern will be performing basic repairs based off of their proven abilities with oversight from their mentors along with assisting their mentors on major repairs
- Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.
- Maintains vehicle records by annotating services and repairs.
- Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.
- Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications.
- Enhances maintenance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
- Adhere to work schedule and maintain regular attendance.
- Performs Wallwork Inc.-wide duties as requested by the designated supervisor.
- Upholds Wallwork Inc. ethical standards and demonstrate the behavioral and service expectations as defined in our policies and procedures.