Diesel Mechanic - Service Technician
Company: Central Coast Truck Center
Location: Santa Maria
Posted on: May 6, 2022
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Job Description:
Job Description SUMMARY: As a Diesel Technician, you will
troubleshoot, diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul trucks, buses,
and all types of diesel engines. You will also correct vehicle
deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling,
assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies,
sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, power and
drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake,
steering, hydraulics; complete machine shop operations; make
adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth
contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control
linkages, clutches, and traction units. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Reads job
orders and observes and listens to operating equipment to ensure
conformance to specifications or to determine malfunctions.
Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test-drives; adjusting
controls and systems. Inspects defective equipment and diagnoses
malfunctions, using test instruments, such as motor analyzers,
chassis charts, and pressure gauges. Attaches test instruments to
equipment and reads dials and gauges to diagnose malfunctions.
Changes oil, checks batteries, and lubricates equipment and
machinery. Adjusts brakes, aligns wheels, tightens bolts and
screws, and reassembles equipment. Disassembles and overhauls
internal combustion engines, pumps, generators, transmissions,
clutches, and rear ends. Examines and adjusts protective guards,
loose bolts, and specified safety devices. Inspects and verifies
dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to factory
specifications. Inspects, repairs, and maintains mechanical
equipment and machinery, such as pumps and compressors Operates
valve-grinding machine to grind and reset valves. Reconditions and
replaces parts, pistons, bearings, gears, and valves. Keeps shop
equipment operating by following operating instructions;
troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing
preventive maintenance; calling for repairs. Enhances maintenance
department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for
accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities
to add value to job accomplishments. ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Report to work as scheduled, on-time and prepared to start work
Comply with all company policies as detailed in the Company
Handbook Work in safe manner at all times and report any
accidents/injuries/workplace hazards to your supervisor immediately
Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor POSITION
REQUIREMENTS: Education and Experience: 4 years working as a diesel
truck mechanic Engine overhaul experience Advanced troubleshooting
and diagnostic testing Advanced electronic repair experience
Extensive knowledge in the repair and maintenance of diesel engines
& power trains ASE certification is preferred A combination of
varying education/experience may be considered to meet this
qualification. Skills and Knowledge: Active listening skills to
assess customer needs, effective speaking/writing skills to convey
information, reading comprehension skills. Strong verbal and
Documentation skills. Knowledge and use of the English language to
effectively communicate with customers. Knowledge and/or experience
with truck parts components. Multi-tasking skills are imperative.
Must be proficient in basic math and computer skills. Technical
understanding & Attention to detail a must. Physical Requirements:
Position requires the ability to stand for long periods of time,
use hands/fingers to operate a keyboard and ten-key. Position also
requires the ability to walk, stand, crawl, work in confined
spaces, during periods of excessive heat/cold and lift up to 25
pounds on a regular basis. Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds
required. Refer to job analysis for additional specific
requirements. Working Environment: The working environment is
generally moderate to high with regards to noise level. Regular
exposure to hazardous materials, engine exhaust, times of moderate
to high heat and cold. Additional Requirements: Own your own tools
Have or be able to get a Commercial Driver---s License Strong
character & Work ethic Dependable, Responsible team player with a
positive attitude Company Description Medium and Heavy Duty Truck
Dealer Serving the Transportation Needs of California Since 1930
California Truck Centers represents the brands Freightliner,
Western Star, Isuzu, and Sprinter. We carry a large variety of all
makes in both new and used commercial, heavy, medium duty, severe
duty, conventional, day cab, cab & chassis trucks and others for
sale. We deliver a higher standard of value with more than 500
employees at our seven full-service dealerships in Fresno,
Bakersfield, French Camp, Sacramento, San Luis Obispo, Santa Maria
and Oakland, CA.
Keywords: Central Coast Truck Center, Santa Maria , Diesel Mechanic - Service Technician, Engineering , Santa Maria, California
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