Job Description Job Description
We are looking for physically fit candidates with good attention to detail for the position of diesel truck mechanic. The primary duties of a diesel truck mechanic include ongoing maintenance and necessary repairs of the engine, air brakes, performing diagnostic tests on diesel vehicles to find faults, analyzing diagnostic test results and repairing the engine, steering, transmission, braking or lighting system components.
Diesel truck mechanics need to be highly organized and communicate effectively, as they will be expected to maintain detailed records of serviced vehicles and interact with customers on a daily basis, and have their own tools.
Truck Diesel Mechanic Responsibilities:
- Running diagnostic tests on diesel engines and tow trucks.
- Analyzing diagnostic test results.
- Maintaining and/or repairing diesel engines, steering mechanisms, transmissions and braking systems.
- Checking vehicle lighting systems.
- Test driving vehicles to gauge performance.
- Performing preventative maintenance on tow trucks.
- Maintaining detailed records of serviced vehicles.
- Adhering to an inspection procedure checklist.
- Maintaining a parts inventory.
- Ensuring the cleanliness of the shop.
Diesel Mechanic Requirements:
- Degree or diploma in mechanical or automotive engineering.
- ASE Diesel Certification advantageous.
- Valid driver's license
- Advanced knowledge of diesel engine components.
- Good IT and diagnostic skills.
- Physically fit and able to lift up to 150 pounds.
- Proficiency with maintenance and repair tools.
- Attention to detail.
Bring their own wrenches, truck/engine repair and diagnostic tools
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Excellent verbal communication skills.
- Good organization skills.
