Diesel Technician

Diesel Technician

Do you have a knack for fixing things and a passion for keeping fleets running like clockwork? Are you ready to step into a role where your skills and expertise will make a real impact? If so, we want you on our team! We're looking for a Diesel Technician to join the Fleet Management Operations team and help us keep our heavy and light-duty vehicles and equipment in top shape! Here at Fleet Management Operations, we take great pride in our fleet and the work required to maintain it. We have a diverse range of vehicles and equipment, and we're looking for an experienced, hands-on professional to ensure that everything keeps running smoothly. If you're ready to put your expertise to work while making a real difference, this is the place for you!

About You:

Our team is looking for someone who is willing to learn new technologies and apply them on a routine basis. Engage in activities other than vehicle maintenance which may include shop operations, facility maintenance, storm water maintenance and fuel system maintenance. While also being able to complete job related and/or safety trainings such as but not limited to lock out/tag out, confined space entry, ladder safety, CPR, respirator and emergency evacuation training.

About Us:

We're a nationally recognized division within the Engineering Services Department, responsible for maintaining over 4,700 fleet assetsfrom police cars and trash trucks to mowers and heavy equipment. Our team of 81 professionals includes technicians, parts staff, supervisors, and moreall working together to deliver top-tier service, innovation, and reliability. We take pride in our work, support one another, and lead the way in fleet excellence across North Carolina and beyond.

If you're ready to be part of something bigger, we'd love to have you on board!

Work Hours:

There are multiple shifts available for this role:

• Monday through Friday; 6:30 am-3:00 pm or 7:00 am- 3:30 pm
• Monday-Friday 9am-5:30pm

Duties and Responsibilities:

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Diagnoses, repairs, services, and maintains heavy and light duty vehicles and equipment; determines need for repair or replacement of components; determines in-house serviceability or need for external vendor repair; replace tires; repairs or rebuilds hydraulic valves, wiring systems, brakes, suspension, electrical systems, and/or performs specialty equipment repair work; performs road calls for field equipment repairs
• May serve as lead worker assigning work and monitoring work completion
• Performs preventative maintenance of vehicles and equipment; prepares and maintains maintenance schedules; inspects and tests maintenance and repair work to ensure quality levels and completion
• Generates and tracks work orders; monitors service time and expedites repairs as needed; documents work activities; enters system data noting labor and supplies used
• Assists with operation of shop and completion of related paperwork; communicates with customers regarding vehicle and equipment issues; provides supervisory coverage when needed
• May assist in preparing annual budget by preparing equipment specifications, reviewing vendors, and making recommendations
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned

Typical Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience:

6 months+ training beyond High School in Automotive Repair or related field; 3 to 5 years' experience in automotive repair, vehicle electronics, or a related field OR Any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted

Licenses or Certifications:

• Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire
• Valid North Carolina Class A Commercial Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire
• NC State Safety and Emission Inspector's License
• Air Conditioning Refrigerant Handler's Certification (EPA Section 609), or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• Automotive Service Excellence certifications