Diesel Mechanic Technician

About the role

At Hunter Truck, our family-owned Peterbilt dealership is seeking diesel mechanics at all skill levels. Positions are available in Utica, NY, with full-time daytime hours.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain diesel-powered vehicles and equipment.
• Perform minor to advanced repairs as outlined on the repair order.
• Diagnose causes of malfunctions and complete repairs as directed by a supervisor.
• Assist other technicians on major repairs.
• Communicate with the parts department to obtain needed parts.
• Save and tag warranty or customer-requested parts.
• Examine vehicles for additional safety or service needs.
• Document all work performed and recommended, including warranty information.
• Road test vehicles as required or refer to test technician.
• Keep work area, service truck, and customer vehicles clean and organized.
• Report machinery defects or malfunctions to supervisor.
• Follow all federal, state, and local regulations, and adhere to Hunter Truck safety policies.

Requirements

• Education & Experience: Entry-level candidates with up to 3 years of experience to highly skilled professionals with 5+ years in the field.
• Certificates & Licenses: Valid Driver’s License required; must meet company insurability standards. A one-year certificate from a college or vocational/technical school, or an equivalent combination of education and hands-on experience, is preferred.
• Physical Requirements: Regular standing and use of hands; frequent walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; regularly lift/move up to 50 lbs, frequently up to 100 lbs, and occasionally more than 100 lbs. Vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Expert to Master Levels

• Handle complex mechanical and electrical issues with minimal supervision.
• Perform electrical and/or air conditioning system repairs.
• Perform major component repairs and/or overhauls.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License required; must meet company insurability standards.
• A one-year certificate from a college or vocational/technical school, or an equivalent combination of education and hands-on experience, is preferred.
• Regular standing and use of hands; frequent walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; regularly lift/move up to 50 lbs, frequently up to 100 lbs, and occasionally more than 100 lbs.
• Vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Skills

• Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, FSA, and optional benefits.
• Competitive Paid Time Off and paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities.
• A supportive, team-first culture.
• Legacy of stability in a family-owned business since 1938.

Pay

Competitive pay and bonus opportunities, including a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000 for Expert and Master-Level Diesel Technicians.

Schedule

Daylight Hours