Heavy Diesel Technician

About the role

Heavy Duty Diesel Technician Transdev in Augusta, GA is seeking an experienced A-Level Diesel Mechanic to bolster our team. This role demands expertise in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining diesel engines across various vehicles and equipment. As a Diesel Mechanic, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring safety, efficiency, and longevity for our diesel-powered assets.

Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostic tests to identify issues and determine necessary repairs on diesel engines.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks to prevent breakdowns and optimize performance.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient and accurate repairs.
• Complete preventative maintenance (PMs), safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections.
• Lead diagnostic tests to accurately identify complex issues and determine comprehensive repair strategies for diesel engines.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and repair tasks on diesel engines, including overhauling and rebuilding components to required specifications.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior technicians, assisting them in developing their skills and knowledge.
• Other duties as required.

Requirements

• 5 years of experience as a Diesel Mechanic.
• ASE certifications required; ASE certification program provided.
• Mechanic’s Tool Set.
• Subject to a DOT drug test and physical if applicable.
• Ability to work outside in varying temperature, weather, and humidity conditions (100% of the job is performed outside), work alone and in remote locations.
• Sit for extended periods (up to 6–8 hours per day); frequently walk for long distances and on possible sloped ground or slippery and uneven surfaces.
• Push and pull objects up to 50 pounds, occasionally throughout the workday; lift material weighing up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance; occasionally bend, kneel, or crouch to files or equipment stored at ground level.
• Withstand heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job; tolerate exposure to considerable amounts of dust, vehicle fumes and noise.

Benefits

• Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
• Sick days: 5 days
• Paid Holidays
• Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability
• Company paid ASE testing, training materials

Benefits may vary depending on location policy. The above represents the standard Corporate Policy.

Pay

Starting pay $25.00 to $35.00 /hr depending upon experience.

Schedule

Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.