Diesel Technician

Job Locations US-CA-Merced
Requisition ID
2025-18389
Category
Skilled Trades

Position Summary

The Diesel Technician is responsible for timely repair and maintenance of light- heavy duty fleet vehicles, trailers, and various equipment to ensure a safe and efficient operation. The Diesel Technician position requires high level of proficiency and working knowledge related to diesel engine diagnostics, brakes, tires, AC, and PM services.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Perform repairs and preventative maintenance to a fleet of light-duty, medium-duty, and heavy-duty trucks. The fleet also includes CAT equipment, generators, aerials, forklifts, and other warehouse equipment.
  • Perform services and repairs to diesel engines, brakes, tires, AC, and regular PM services are required.
  • Prepare vehicle records and report both manually and on a computer
  • Perform safety inspections of equipment and prepare safety documentation required
  • Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
  • Inspect and perform work on the under parts of vehicles
  • Access any area of the equipment or vehicle to perform necessary maintenance
  • Move parts to and from the job site and remove or install these parts on vehicles
  • Interact with clients through both email and phone as necessary
  • Perform other duties as required

Key Competencies and Minimum Education

  • At least 5+ years experience performing vehicle maintenance or must possess auto or diesel technology diploma from an accredited technical school
  • Experience servicing and repairing CAT equipment, generators, aerials, forklifts, and other warehouse equipment – highly desired
  • ASE Certifications – preferred
  • Must have valid Driver’s License- Class C
  • Proficient computer skills: knowledge of Excel, Word, Fleet Management Systems, and Email
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills (documentation, communication with peers, supervisors, etc.)
  • Must be able to operate a manual transmission vehicle
  • Must provide own hand tools & toolbox

Working Conditions

  • Exposure to heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job
  • Exposure to considerable amounts of dust, diesel fumes and noise
  • Exposure to chemicals, oils, greases, or other irritants
  • Ability to move and position heavy objects
  • Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, kneel and crawl to repair vehicles
  • Ability to work outside in various weather conditions

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