Diesel Technician - $2,000 Hiring Bonus
Diesel Technician - $2,000 Hiring Bonus
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Job Description
Ballard Truck Center is a family-owned business providing the best experience in the full-service commercial trucks industry in the northeast. Ballards dedicated team of technicians and representatives have earned them the title of #1 in Customer Satisfaction in the US by Volvo Trucks and Mack Trucks USA Dealer of the Year time and time again. Whether it is sales service parts leasing or rentals Ballards been keeping the community rolling for over 100 years.
Ballard Truck Center in W Springfield MA has immediate openings for Diesel Technicians.
Job Overview: The Diesel Technician will be responsible for performing all tractor and trailer repairing estimation diagnosis and correction following standard operating procedures (SOPs). Completes routine rebuilds and replacements makes best value and safety decisions to continue to operate repair or replace and performs technical repairs and/or replacement.
Duties & Responsibilities Diesel Technician:
- Follows workplace and vehicle safety procedures consistently.
- Follows MSDS training and guidelines.
- Able to perform proper Preventive Maintenance - lube filters inspection includes truck appearance interior and exterior cab related safety security
- Basic electrical repair and replace starters/alternators/batteries
- Inspect & replace basic engine components
- Proficient at brake diagnostic/repair& replace/adjustments
- Direct/Indirect labor accountability (completing personal paperwork)
- Follow good housekeeping standards
- Inspect & replace drive line components
- Remove and replace transmission and clutch (R&R)
- Advanced and continually upgrading tools
- Valve and injector adjustments
- Remove and replace steering & chassis components
- Basic welding & cutting 20. Fifth wheel service and rebuild/ king pin wear
- Remove & replace all engines
- Diagnostic Computer Skills
- Citation corrections/ sign off
- May perform accident repairs on tractors or trailers
- Responsible for completing all franchise mandated training (online and on site travel may be required)
- Must be able to communicate with internal customers (i.e. other shop associates drivers other maintenance shops etc.) on such things as stances wait times reasons for repair decisions and status updates.
- Perform any other duties as required.
Basic Requirements - Diesel Technician:
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Be able to pass a background check and drug test
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent
- Must have a least 3 years relevant experience
- Have excellent communication skills and be willing to work as part of a team
- Have at least basic computer skills
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs or more
- Own necessary basic tools
Benefits - Diesel Technician:
We offer a wide range of benefits including:
- Tool Allowance
- Boot Allowance
- Competitive Pay
- Paid Vacation and Sick Time
- 9 Paid Holidays a Calendar Year
- 401(k) Plan
- Medical and Dental Insurance
- Short-Term Long-Term and Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Company paid uniforms
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
