Shop Helper

Shop Helper

Department: Service

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Madison

Compensation: $18.00 - $20.00 / hour

Description

The Diesel Technician Apprentice works alongside experienced diesel technicians to learn the skills and knowledge required to diagnose, repair, and maintain diesel engines and related systems. Additionally, this position prepares the apprentice to attend the Lakeside Diesel Academy, where they will receive advanced training on diesel technology, further enhancing their technical skills and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor repairs within the designated flat rates. Maintain a 95% or greater efficiency rating
• Assist Maintenance Manager and clerical staff in completing necessary paperwork
• Perform preventative maintenance on all equipment as requested by written schedules
• Perform cleaning duties such as sweeping and taking out trash to keep equipment and facilities sanitary.
• Develop required skills to be a qualified, certified state inspector

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude
• Must be able to lift up to 75lbs and carry a distance of 5 feet
• Valid Drivers License
• High School diploma or equivalent plus special technical training is desired
• Ability to think critically and find solutions to mechanical issues
• Eager to acquire new knowledge and skills in the diesel industry
• Ability to collaborate with technicians and supervisors in a productive and positive manner
• Being proactive in maintaining a safe work environment and following safety guidelines
• Candidate presents a high level of attention to work and continually strives to improve quality of performance in self and others
• Exhibits a complete understanding of how to analyze complex information, identify the causes, and formulate logical solutions
• Candidate possesses exceptional organizational, multi-tasking, and time management skills
• Demonstrates a strong desire to seek as much information as possible and is eager to ask questions.
• Candidate is willing to go above and beyond when unsatisfied with the given information
• Active desire to develop professional skills and seek out new knowledge to encourage growth in their career
• Ensuring that the highest value of service is delivered to satisfy customer requests to encourage customer loyalty

What You Can Expect as a Diesel Technician

As a diesel technician, you will work independently, performing both major and minor repairs. Diagnosing all-makes commercial trucks and buses and completing maintenance work consistent with Lakeside best practices and industry standards. As an expert, you are considered a lead technician and may serve as a mentor for developing diesel technicians at the dealership.

Training
We train for a lifetime. Lakeside understands the need for ongoing training and development and that's why all our technicians are OEM certified and trained. Being experts is who we are and staying on top of the everchanging truck technology means our technicians are always improving their skills and getting better. We take pride in making sure our technicians get the training they need to stay ahead and at the top for a lifetime of success.

Lakeside International Trucks is one of the most well-respected International® dealerships in North America. Selling the full line of new International® trucks, Lakeside technicians are prepared to provide maintenance services, troubleshooting, and repairs on all makes and model commercial trucks and buses. Our techs are the most well-respected experts in the industry when it comes to diesel equipment and that's what sets us apart. As a diesel technician at Lakeside, you'll never have to worry about getting bored. The variety of equipment we work on is extensive. It's never the same day twice.