Diesel Mechanic Service Technician

Company: Palmer Trucks
Location: Effingham
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

Description:
The primary function of the Diesel Mechanic Service Technician is to diagnose and complete repairs on heavy and medium duty trucks. Individual will perform a variety of tasks on heavy-duty trucks, large construction vehicles, buses and tractor trailers. Those tasks include Inspection, diagnosis, maintenance, installation and repair of components, engines, systems related to the heavy duty and medium duty vehicles.
Essential Responsibilities for Diesel Mechanic Service Technician
Perform recommended routine maintenance procedures.
Perform diagnostic tests for issues failures and performance
Determine a course of action for damaged parts and systems.
Routinely use computerized equipment and specialized tooling.
Completes assigned repairs and tasks in a timely and safe manner.
Accurately records time, cause and correction on Repair Orders.
Test components that may require to drive trucks before and after repairs.
Participate and completes technical training and professional development.
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Requirements:
Qualifications for Diesel Mechanic Service Technician
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of basic Computer skills and Repair Order Processing Software.
Physical Demands for Diesel Mechanic Service Technician
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Sufficient manual dexterity to operate office equipment (or operate a PC), mechanical tools such has wrenches, sockets, grips, air tools, and other basic shop tools.
Ability to climb ladders
Ability requires a person to bend, twist, squat, reach in order to perform tasks on truck components.
Ability to lift a minimum of 60lbs - 150 lbs. unassisted.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, due to tools and engine noise.

This position is with an immediate opening start date and will allow for the proper notice for existing employer. Submit your resume with confidence that all contacts with us are completely confidential.
Position Benefits and Compensation Package for Diesel Mechanic Service Technician
This is a full time position. It includes Health Insurance, a 401K Retirement Program, Vacation, Employee Assistance Program, a Clean Smoke and Drug Free Environment and Other Benefits.
About Palmer Trucks
Palmer Trucks is a full-service Kenworth dealership network serving Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky and Illinois with a comprehensive package of products and services. As a family-owned business with more than a half-century history of growth and success, Palmer Trucks has grown to a team of more than 600 individuals. On the Road Since 1965.
Palmer Trucks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All Applicants are considered for employment without a regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or any other legally protected.

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