Diesel Truck Maintenance Technician

Diesel Truck Mechanic

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The Diesel Truck Mechanic diagnoses and repairs tractors and trailers.

Perform annual/systematic 90-day inspection in order to ensure equipment meets federal FHWA standards.

The Diesel Truck Mechanic performs the following on cargo tanks: internal, external, and upper coupler inspections, heat system, leakage, vacuum, pressure tests and vapor tightness test (EPA Method 27).

Determine the overall mechanical condition of tractors, trailers and associated equipment, diagnoses component malfunctions and initiates repair actions.

The Diesel Truck Mechanic repairs components by replacing worn or damaged parts with new or reconditioned parts.

Correct vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, brakes, hubs, bearings, seals, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, steering, hydraulics; control linkages, clutches, and traction units.

The Diesel Truck Mechanic uses technical publications or automated systems in maintaining vehicles to prescribed manufacturers' maintenance schedules and for researching parts.

Properly annotate all maintenance and labor performed in maintenance management software.

The Diesel Truck Mechanic operates a yard hostler truck to move trailers within the facility yard and the shop as needed.

Communicate the need to order and receive parts and supplies as needed.

The Diesel Truck Mechanic adheres to all established safety (OSHA) and environmental policies and standards to include identification, use, and proper procedures for handling or disposal of hazardous wastes.

Clean, organize, and maintain the work environment to ensure equipment longevity and workplace safety.

The Diesel Truck Mechanic performs welding repairs as needed.

Perform additional duties as assigned.

The Diesel Truck Mechanic reports directly to The Shop Supervisor.

Heniff Transportation Systems