Diesel Technician (nights) (Maintenance)

The Night Shift Hours are 3:30 PM to 12:00 Midnight

Description and Purpose:

The Service Department is an integral part of the Company's success. The Diesel Technician will perform mechanical repairs, maintenance, overhauls, and rebuilds of heavy-duty trucks and other related equipment.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions or damage
• Perform all mechanical repairs, maintenance, overhauls, and rebuilds of heavy-duty trucks and other related equipment
• Test drive vehicles and test components and systems, when applicable
• Use equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges, and computerized diagnostic devices
• Use electronic test equipment to locate and correct malfunctions in fuel and emissions control systems
• Inspect belts, hoses, steering systems, brakes, fuel systems, wheel bearings, and other potentially troublesome areas for additional repairs needed
• Test electronic computer components to ensure that they are working properly
• Disassemble units and inspect parts for wear, using micrometers, calipers, and gauges

Education/Training or Experience:

• High School graduate or GED required
• Diploma from Technical College or equivalent experience
• Some computer skills required
• 1-2 years experience in heavy-duty truck repair preferred

The Midwest Peterbilt Group is an EEO/AA employer. Pre-employment background check, physical, drug screen, and alcohol test required.