Diesel Technician

Company: Orion Talent
Location: Fort Wayne
Posted on: April 18, 2024

Job Description:

Orion Talent, the nation's largest military recruiting firm, is currently recruiting transitioning or former military professionals for a Diesel Technician position with one of the nation's most diversified aftermarket parts and service providers to the commercial vehicle and equipment markets.

Position Details
Location: Fort Wayne, IN onsite at the Service Center.
Compensation: $25-$39/hr starting base rate based on skills and experience + O/T after 8 hours worked daily + bonus based on branch performance and company profitability + cumulative pay raises and incentives for progression through professional development skill grades & certifications. Annual W2 $60K-$95K+!
Shift: Primarily Mon.-Fri. normal daytime hours; otherwise as needed/required for emergency service.
Benefits: A comprehensive summary of benefits will be provided to all selected candidates.

Position Description
As a Diesel Technician, you will safely perform service, routine, and emergency maintenance, installation, and repair at the Service Center with world-class customer service. In this role, you will be responsible for fixing equipment and systems and making repair recommendations to customers. You will work with other service technicians and associates to ensure all scheduled work is performed safely and to the customer's satisfaction. Key responsibilities include:
--- Service, repair, modify, diagnose, and reassemble vehicles, machinery, & equipment for operation.
--- Failure analysis, service, and repairs for customers.
--- Troubleshoot electrical and air systems issues.
--- Perform preventative maintenance - changing oil, checking batteries, lubrication, etc.
--- Repair diesel trucks - engines, alignments, suspension, hydraulics, transmissions, electrical systems.
--- Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, etc. for proper, safe, & optimal operation.

Position Requirements
--- Good, safe troubleshooting skills and experience on heavy vehicular systems & equipment.
--- 2+ years of experience servicing tractor/heavy equipment/medium-to-heavy-duty diesel trucks.
--- Strong working knowledge of emissions control systems, air/brake systems, and DC electrical systems.
--- Experience with heavy-duty engines, chassis, drivelines, hubs, wheel seals, & air conditioning systems.
--- Computer and software skills including Microsoft Office suite.
--- Basic tools for service work as a maintenance professional. Company offers a Tool Insurance program.

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