Experienced Diesel Technician

Why Work For Peterbilt Of Atlanta

We're proud to have the best team across our Peterbilt of Atlanta, Augusta, Dublin, LaGrange, Georgia Mountain Peterbilt, and TRP of Atlanta locations. We hire for character and attitude based on our 23 fundamentals - not just experience - so you'll be part of a truly exceptional team. Growth opportunities with eight locations across Georgia and more on the way, advancement opportunities are endless. We love to promote from within and celebrate team members who've grown from entry-level roles into leadership positions. We invest in our people. All technicians, service, and parts employees receive free, ongoing training - including MX, Cummins, and Peterbilt certifications - to help you grow your skills and your career. Even as we grow beyond 250 employees, we stay true to our family atmosphere. We celebrate each other's successes, support one another through challenges, and live by 23 key fundamentals that define who we are and how we work. We take care of you and your family with multiple medical plan options plus dental, vision, life, FSA/HSA, and supplemental coverage. Our competitive 401(k) match, paid holidays, and expanded PTO policy help you plan for the future and enjoy life now.

Position Information

Our technicians are responsible for providing superb customer service by diagnosing, visual inspections, removal of parts and attachments, warranty repairs, performing preventative maintenance services, repairing lights and wiring, welding, cutting and other repairs.

This position reports to the Service Manager, is a 40 hour a week position and is eligible for overtime. For well-qualified, proven efficient applicants, we also offer a flat rate compensation plan. This position also qualifies for a monthly bonus incentive based on your upsales.

Qualifications

To qualify for a technician position, you must have a high school diploma or equivalent. You must have three years of prior dealer experience or 7 years total diesel experience. Must be fluent in software such as Davie, Cummins, Service ranger, and Bendix acom. Must have experience in Cummins claim filing. Must understand the requirements for warranty coverage and the ability to assess warranty coverage. Must be able to perform engine reconditioning - in frame and out of frame. Must be able to perform basic job tasks such as electrical diagnostics, clutches, brakes, wheel seals, P.M. services, DOT and associated paperwork. Mechanical aptitude and technical ability are required. You must be able to operate power and hand tools and other equipment safely. You must be able to read and comprehend instructions and information. Dressing professionally and being able to communicate well orally and in writing with customers, vendors, and other contacts is a must.

The technician position is a physically demanding position. You will stand six to eight hours per shift. Will stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, handle and feel. Will use hand and power tools. Will lift parts weighing up to 70 pounds several times during each shift. Will use hoist and test equipment. Will be exposed to noise, vibration, dust, exhaust fumes, and other hazardous and nonhazardous materials.

This job posting is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. All applicants must be willing to submit to a background check and post-offer drug screen.