Summary As a valued member of our team, the Diesel Technician III will diagnose, adjust, and repair all series of motor truck and trailer equipment including, but not limited to the following: engines (gas and diesel), electrical/brake/cooling systems, transmissions (manual and automatic), clutches, differentials/power dividers, PTO systems, starters/alternators, air conditioning systems (including cold and hot units), fan clutches, engine electronics (gas/diesel), power steering systems, steering gear box (manual and power), hydraulics and welding. Our family-owned company offers highly competitive medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as a 401k plan, flexible spending account program, paid time off and holiday pay. Essential Duties and Responsibilities (including the following; other duties may be assigned) Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Perform all levels of preventive maintenance services on truck and trailer equipment.
- Diagnose, rebuild and repair fleet equipment (tractors, trailers, mixer units).
- Prepare work orders both manually and on a computer
- Maintain work area appearance and safety
- Work in a safe manner, per company, local, state and federal policies and regulations
- Identify and determine parts required for repair of disassembled units
- Perform minor welding.
- Raise trucks, and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
- Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition.
- Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts, and pressure gauges.
- Perform duties with little or no supervision and in a timely and efficient manner
- Specialize in repairing and troubleshooting of major components such as engine, transmissions and differentials, to include replacing or rebuilding complete assemblies, turbochargers, fuel system, after treatment, mixers, etc.
- Assist in training other employees, act as a mentor.
- Willingness to travel as necessary to close geographical locations.
Apex Parts Distributors is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.