Benefits:

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Manager, the Senior Diesel Mechanic is responsible for carrying out the ongoing maintenance and repairs of the company’s fleet of heavy-duty to light-duty diesel and gas trucks, following safety guidelines and industry regulations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED

Minimum of 5-7 years’ experience working with heavy, mid, and light-duty trucks and engines

Minimum of 5-7 years’ experience working with diesel, drivetrain, suspension, electronic, and HVAC

Experience using tools of the trade including power tools and diagnostic computers and equipment

Experience with tires

Knowledge of computers and electronics

CDL preferred, but not required

Valid CA driver’s license

Preferred experience with LPG pumps, valves, compressors, Emergency Shutdown Systems, VK, and Hydro

Bilingual (Eng/Span) preferred

Other Qualifications

Flexibility of schedule and available to travel to the vehicle location as needed – Must be available for service calls nights and weekends

Ability to work in a high performance, fast-paced team environment

Must have and bring your own tools

Willingness to learn

Duties and Responsibilities

Perform repairs, preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and DOT inspections on Class A diesel trucks, Bobtails, and Service Trucks

May provide over-the-phone guidance and direction to drivers or others, related to vehicle issue troubleshooting

Review work orders to evaluate the tasks required and inspect trucks for proper performance

Run diagnostic tests on diesel engines and interpret the results to offer suitable solutions

Perform work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with industry standards

Examine assigned vehicle to determine if further safety or service work is required or recommended

Communicate with the manager to advise of work timeline, if additional work is needed, or if work outlined is not needed

Document all work performed and make recommendations on the repair order

Communicate with the part vendors to obtain quotes and order needed parts

Save and tag parts of the job if under warranty or for inventory

Road tests vehicles when required

Perform safety inspections of equipment and prepare safety documents required by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), the company and any other Federal, State or Local regulations

Report machinery defects, malfunctions, or safety issues to management

Train other mechanics

Perform other duties as assigned