** $5000 sign on bonus for qualified applicants! **
Diesel Technician
Department: Service
Reports to: Service Manager
Salary: $25.00 hour- $45.00 hour
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Diesel Technician to join our service department specializing in diesel powered Chevy and GMC vehicles (including medium-duty trucks). The ideal candidate will have strong diagnostic skills mechanical aptitude and the ability to work independently and as part of a team to deliver high-quality repairs and maintenance.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnoses repair and perform maintenance on diesel engines and related systems (fuel injection turbochargers exhaust after-treatment emission controls etc.).
- Perform advanced diagnostics using manufacturer/GM diagnostic tools data observations programming/reflating GM systems as needed.
- Conduct inspections (multi-point preventative maintenance) and identify issues prepare work order quotes and communicate with service advisors about required repairs.
- Repair or replace mechanical electrical and electrical components including engine transmission drive train steering braking suspension exhaust cooling system etc.
- Test-drive vehicles to confirm repairs and ensure proper operation.
- Complete documentation of repair procedures parts used labor hours warranty claims and ensure all work meets quality and safety standards.
- Mentor technicians and support team goals.
- Maintain shop tools equipment cleanliness and safety standards.
- Stay current with vehicle technology GM service bulletins and diesel system trends.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years (or appropriate years) of experience working on diesel engines or diesel trucks/medium-duty vehicles.
- Strong background in diesel diagnostics mechanical repairs preferably with Chevrolet GM CMC diesel platforms.
- Ability to produce consistent flat-rate hours (e.g. 80-100 hours per week or as measured) and thrive in a fast-paced dealership environment.
- Proficiency with GM diagnostic software reprogramming and date observations.
- Valid drivers license. CDL may be required depending on vehicle types.
- Excellent communication skills good technician-to-customer/advisor interaction ability.
- Ability to lift heavy components work in physically demanding conditions (standing bending reaching).
- Dedication to quality workmanship safety compliance and continuous learning.
Benefits
- Medical and Dental
- Life Insurance
- 25000 paid AD&D
- 401k
- Paid Training
- Employee discounts on products and services
- PTO
- Paid Holidays
Universal Responsibilities
- Adhere to the Rochester Motor Cars mission vision and values in all situations.
- Follow and utilize the Rochester Motor Cars philosophy of.
- Customer Enthusiasm
- Employee Satisfaction
- Financial Performance
- Market Effectiveness
- Ongoing Improvement
- Grow people make friends and do good.
- Exhibit personal excellence by setting high standard of performance. Consistently meet or exceed quality standards and requirements.
About Rochester Motor Cars
At Rochester Motor Cars our goal is to be an industry leader and provide unmatched quality automotive products and services. It is our mission to exceed our customers and employees expectations and maintain their loyalty for a lifetime.
Competitive compensation and benefits including medical dental paid time-off STD/LTD 401k and life insurance are offered to full-time employees.
Additional duties may be assigned by the Wholesale Parts Manager and job description subject to change at managements discretion.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability status. We are committed to pro