Diesel Technician (Yellow Iron)

About the role

Responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining diesel engines and related systems in vehicles and equipment. Performs routine inspections, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance to ensure optimal performance and compliance with safety standards. Collaborates with customers and team members to provide quality service and support.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain mobile equipment
• Service, repair, adjust, and test all mobile equipment to maximize performance and limit downtime
• Inspect all mobile equipment to identify and troubleshoot the cause of errors
• Perform repairs to address problems when necessary
• Handle, install, position, and move parts, materials, and industrial hand tools in a safe manner throughout the shop and plant
• Document and record information regarding all mobile equipment
• Enter and maintain service reports for all the mobile equipment in written or electronic form
• Assist in driving heavy equipment and vehicles throughout the plant to ensure production continues efficiently
• Assist mechanics in vehicle repair and change tires as necessary

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED or an equivalent combination of training and work experience
• Three (3) years experience driving commercially licensed vehicles preferred
• Two (3) years experience driving ready mix concrete trucks preferred
• Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with a tanker endorsement

Skills

• Communication - Ability to clearly and effectively convey information, ideas, and messages to others in both written and verbal formats
• Safety Awareness - Ability to recognize, understand, and adhere to safety protocols and procedures in the workplace
• Attention to Detail- Ability to thoroughly and accurately complete tasks, ensuring that no aspects or elements are overlooked
• Collaboration - Ability to work effectively with others to achieve common goals by fostering teamwork, open communication, and mutual respect
• Technical Expertise - Solid mechanical understanding of mobile equipment, including basic maintenance checks and troubleshooting minor issues
• Problem Solving- identify, analyze, and resolve work-related issues efficiently and effectively using practical knowledge, experience, and hands-on skills

Other Requirements

Must be willing to work overtime and extended hours depending on customer and company demands. Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions and tolerate being exposed to loud noises. Perform physical activities that require moving your whole body and considerable use of your arms and legs, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials. Must have knowledge of industrial tools, their uses and maintenance. Travel will be required overnight as business demands. Take an active role in prioritizing safety for yourself and others throughout the operation at all times. Must have and maintain valid driver's license.

Pay

The hourly range for this role is between $24.00 - $38.00. This range is not inclusive of our discretionary bonus or equity package. When determining a candidate’s compensation, we consider a number of factors, including skillset, experience, job scope, and current market data.